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Hand, foot, and mouth disease is a common infectious disease caused by enteroviruses. If there are no complications, the prognosis is generally good, and most patients recover within a week. The main treatment principle is symptomatic treatment. Antiviral drugs such as acyclovir, ribavirin, and herbs like banlangen for clearing heat and detoxifying, as well as vitamins B and C, can be taken. However, hand, foot, and mouth disease may lead to complications such as myocarditis, encephalitis, meningitis, or remittent paralysis. It is necessary to monitor changes, and if there are abnormal heart rates or mental status, hospitalization is required. With active and scientific treatment, the vast majority of patients can recover.