Patient's question:
The baby at home has had a lot of pimples on her hands and mouth these past two days, and she feels itchy. She keeps wanting to scratch it with her hands. She went to the hospital to see a doctor, and the doctor said it's hand, foot, and mouth disease. How can hand, foot, and mouth disease be treated to be cured?Doctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is primarily an acute infectious disease caused by enterovirus infection. Treatment is mainly symptomatic, but it is important to monitor for the possibility of secondary bacterial infection and administer antibiotics if necessary. Pay attention to frequent handwashing, keeping windows open for ventilation, avoiding crowded places, avoiding close contact with others, drinking plenty of water, maintaining a light and hygienic diet, and avoiding spicy and irritating foods.