Patient's question:
I have small blisters in my mouth similar to oral ulcers. My hands are red, and I've noticed it for 5 days. The doctor said it's hand, foot, and mouth disease, and I've been using medication for two days.Doctor's answer:
The main principle of hand, foot, and mouth disease treatment is symptomatic therapy. Antiviral drugs, heat-clearing and detoxifying traditional Chinese herbal medicines, and vitamins B and C can be taken. Patients with complications may receive intramuscular injection of immunoglobulin. During the illness, it is important to enhance care for the child and maintain good oral hygiene. Gargling with physiological saline or warm water before and after meals is recommended, and food should be liquid or semi-liquid without irritation.