Patient's question:
The feet have red blisters, there are many small bumps on the inside of the lips, intermittent fever, not eating but drinking milk, dark stools, feeling drowsy in the morning but okay in the afternoon. Fever started two days ago and has been intermittent until today. I want to ask if my daughter's hand, foot, and mouth disease is common and how serious it is.Doctor's answer:
Hello, your child is 8 months old, and the main symptoms are fever.Guidance: Hand, foot, and mouth disease is a common illness in children, caused by a viral infection. The main symptoms include fever, oral ulcers, and blisters on the hands, feet, and buttocks. It may also lead to complications such as myocarditis, encephalitis, or other organ damage. Treatment primarily involves symptomatic care, and oral antiviral traditional Chinese medicines like Shuanghuanglian can be used. If your child appears lethargic and has persistent fever, it is recommended to seek medical attention. Wishing your child a speedy recovery.