Patient's question:
Hello, my daughter is two years and eight months old. Since this morning, she has developed red spots on her hands. In the afternoon, red spots were found on her hands, feet, and mouth. She has been diagnosed with hand, foot, and mouth disease at the hospital. The doctor prescribed Fenbid and Ribavirin injections. By evening, she developed high fever, reaching 39 degrees Celsius. Currently, there are no signs of convulsions or seizures. Is this a severe case? Does she need to be hospitalized?Doctor's answer:
Hello, hand, foot, and mouth disease is a contagious infectious disease in infants and young children caused by enterovirus infection. In treatment, antiviral drugs such as acyclovir, valacyclovir, famciclovir, and traditional Chinese medicine can be used. Topical antibacterial ointments should be applied to prevent blisters from rupturing and becoming infected. Additionally, drugs like transfer factor can be appropriately used to enhance the baby's immunity. Pay attention to hygiene, ensure proper disinfection and care, and prevent secondary or cross infections.