Patient's question:
My child is 3 years old. Yesterday, I found out they have hand, foot, and mouth disease. The doctor prescribed medication for them to take at home and said that in severe cases, it might cause diseases like encephalitis. I would like to ask what symptoms might occur in severe cases? The doctor mentioned trembling and said to go to the hospital immediately. What is the cause of trembling?Doctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is an infectious disease caused by enteroviruses, which often occurs in infants and young children. It can lead to blisters on the hands, feet, and mouth, and in rare cases, it may cause complications such as myocarditis, pulmonary edema, and aseptic meningitis. Pay attention to rest and nutrition, avoid spicy foods, drink plenty of water, and antiviral treatment can be administered. If convulsions and high fever occur, it is recommended to seek medical treatment immediately.