Patient's question:
The baby is now ten and a half months old. Recently, she has been drooling a lot, developed a few small blisters on her tongue, and had three small pus bumps in her throat. She is irritable, has difficulty sleeping at night, has decreased appetite, and also has mild coughing. The doctor said it's herpangina. Today, a small blister also appeared on her hand. Is it hand, foot, and mouth disease?Doctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is a common and frequently occurring illness among children. Parents should not overreact or feel anxious about it. The key is to promptly take the child to the hospital for proper treatment and provide them with appropriate nutrition. Of course, it is important to cultivate good hygiene habits in children during daily life, such as washing hands with soap after going outdoors, after playing with toys, and before meals or using the restroom. It is also best to minimize the child's contact with other children who are already sick.