Does a child with hand, foot, and mouth disease need to be hospitalized if they don't have a fever?

Patient's question:

I don't know what's going on, but my child has been misbehaving and crying non-stop recently. Even the hospital check-up didn't help. Is it necessary for a child with hand, foot, and mouth disease who doesn't have a fever to be hospitalized for treatment?

Doctor's answer:

If it's mild, hospitalization is not necessary. Antiviral and symptomatic treatment is sufficient.
First, you should maintain a positive and optimistic mindset. There are many factors that can cause hand, foot, and mouth disease. If your child is diagnosed with it, parents need to cooperate with the doctor for immediate treatment, support gastrointestinal decompression, and develop good hygiene habits. Parents should pay attention not to develop picky eating habits in their children and ensure a balanced diet.

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