Patient's question:
Patient: Female, 5 years old, previously healthy.Current condition: Felt feverish in the morning with a temperature of 38.5°C, had small papules on her hands (not very noticeable). After drinking some traditional Chinese medicine, her temperature is now 37.4°C. She has mouth ulcers and is in good spirits, with no further fever.
Doctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is an infectious disease caused by enteroviruses, commonly occurring in children. The treatment of hand, foot, and mouth disease is most effective with traditional Chinese medicine. Generally, it involves a combination of oral medication and topical application in the mouth. Patients without complications can be cured within about a week, with a good prognosis. Antiviral drugs can also be used for treatment.