Patient's question:
My baby is 5 years old this year. There has been a surge in infectious diseases recently. My baby got hand, foot, and mouth disease after going to kindergarten, which really scared me. I took her to the hospital for treatment for a period of time, and her condition has improved. I would like to ask, how can hand, foot, and mouth disease be considered cured?Doctor's answer:
The course of hand, foot, and mouth disease is approximately 7 to 10 days. Those with good health may recover more quickly, while those with poor health may take longer. After treatment, the blisters on the child's oral mucosa, throat, and palms and soles gradually disappear, the fever subsides, and the child's diet and spirits also basically return to normal. This indicates that the condition has been controlled. However, it is still best to continue medication for a few more days to consolidate the treatment.