Patient's question:
Daughter is 6 years old this year. Since last week, she has developed a bunch of small bumps on her hands and face. This week, the bumps have become more numerous, and her little face is red like a small apple. She has also started to have a fever. Some people say she might have hand, foot, and mouth disease. Is hand, foot, and mouth disease treated in pediatric dermatology?Doctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is a disease caused by an intestinal virus infection. It is recommended that you visit the infectious diseases department or the pediatrics department for treatment. It is not a skin disease and requires oral antiviral medication for symptomatic treatment. If you have a fever, you should also take fever-reducing medication. In terms of diet, it should be light and consist mainly of easily digestible soft foods. Eat small meals frequently and avoid getting cold to prevent symptoms from worsening.