Patient's question:
My child has hand, foot, and mouth disease. There were small blisters in the morning. A little fever. At night, the fever reached 38.5 degrees. There's also some shivering. What should I do now? Is it serious?Doctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is an infectious disease caused by enteroviruses, most commonly occurring in children under the age of 5. It manifests as small blisters or ulcers on the mouth, low fever, loss of appetite, and blisters or ulcers on the soles of the feet and hands. Most children recover within about a week.For patients with hand, foot, and mouth disease, those with severe oral blisters and ulcers, can gargle with Kangfuxin solution or apply it to the affected areas. Antiviral medications and traditional Chinese medicine with heat-clearing and detoxifying properties should be taken, along with vitamin B and C supplements. It is important to maintain good personal hygiene for the child, frequently washing and changing their clothes and bedding. A light diet and consuming more fruits and vegetables rich in vitamins are recommended.