Patient's question:
The child of the aunt got a fever yesterday morning, and in the evening, they were diagnosed with hand, foot, and mouth disease at the hospital, saying it wasn't serious. My baby is now 9 months old. Before the aunt's child was diagnosed, they would come to my house every day to play with my baby and even play with my baby's toys. Today at noon, after my baby woke up from a nap, they started to have clear nasal discharge. They haven't had a fever yet, and they are in good spirits and eating well. There are no red spots on their hands or feet. Could this be a sign of hand, foot, and mouth disease? What should I do now? Should I take medicine or go to the hospital immediately? I also have a bit of a stuffy nose. Am I infected?Doctor's answer:
In your case, it may be caused by a cold and requires oral medications such as cold medicine, antibiotics, antihistamines, and antiviral drugs for treatment. It is recommended to strengthen exercise and enhance physical fitness in daily life. Avoid spicy, alcoholic, and cold foods that are irritating.