How to treat hand, foot, and mouth disease in children?

Patient's question:

Some small red spots on the buttocks, a bit hard to touch, and small blisters in the mouth. Onset time: the day before yesterday. Examination and test results: diagnosed by the doctor as hand, foot, and mouth disease. Previous treatment and effectiveness: got it once two years ago with similar symptoms, the treatment plan was medication, and it was cured after about a week. This time, the doctor prescribed: Ribavirin Granules, Xiao Er Qiao Qing Re Granules, and Sipolto Tablets.

Doctor's answer:

Hand, foot, and mouth disease is a viral infectious disease, with the most common pathogen being Coxsackievirus A, a type of enterovirus, which frequently occurs in summer and autumn.
Source of Infection: Humans are the primary source of this disease, with asymptomatic carriers being the main ones.
Transmission: It is mainly spread through close contact between people, as well as through airborne droplets from throat secretions, saliva, or close contact with vesicular fluid and fecal matter.
Main Susceptible Population: The highest incidence rate is observed in age groups under 3 years old.
Since there is no specific medication for treatment, just take medication patiently, and it will recover quickly. Wishing the baby a speedy recovery!

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