Patient's question:
A 2.5-year-old child developed several chickenpox on their legs. They are mostly healed now. In the past two days, a few have also appeared on their arms. There has been no fever during this period. Several small red bumps have appeared on their tongue and lips. The doctor gave them an injection. The doctor suspects hand, foot, and mouth disease. Could the expert confirm if this is hand, foot, and mouth disease? Is fever the initial symptom of hand, foot, and mouth disease?Doctor's answer:
You mentioned that the child thinks the disease is caused by hand, foot, and mouth disease. Consider the possibility that the child may have rubella. Suggestions: It is recommended that you take your child to the pediatric department of the hospital for a check-up to see if the child's condition is improving. If the child has rubella, it is suggested that you give your child antiviral medication for a period of time after treatment. The child will gradually recover. It is best to avoid using fever-reducing medication for the child to prevent worsening the condition.