Patient's question:
How did hand, foot, and mouth disease come back after recovery? My child is 4 years old. A few weeks ago, he got hand, foot, and mouth disease at kindergarten. He had been feverish and had many small blisters on his hands, feet, and mouth. After treatment for about a week, he recovered and went back to kindergarten for two days. Now he has a fever again. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is caused by a viral infection. If the body's immunity is weak, there is a possibility of recurrence. Maintain skin cleanliness and hygiene, avoid scratching to prevent infection, and can apply calamine lotion. Under the guidance of a doctor, antiviral drugs such as oral antiviral liquids can be used for treatment. If there is a fever, lukewarm water bathing can be used to reduce body temperature. The recovery period for hand, foot, and mouth disease is generally one to two weeks. During this period, it is essential to follow a light diet, avoid spicy and irritating foods, eat more vegetables and fruits, drink plenty of water, and replenish vitamins. Avoid catching a cold, wash hands frequently, and pay attention to hygiene.