Patient's question:
Patient Age: Three years old, my son is normal, just complaining of stomach pain and runny nose. Infection on June 1, 2010. Previous treatment and effectiveness: On June 1, 2010, he was treated at the city hospital and diagnosed with hand, foot, and mouth disease. Is there a problem?Doctor's answer:
Hello, the baby is three years old. Diagnosis and suggestions for hand, foot, and mouth disease: Since the infection of hand, foot, and mouth disease is mainly caused by a viral infection, currently, our main approach is still supportive therapy, as there is no particularly targeted treatment for viruses. It is also recommended to use antiviral drugs, but overall, the effectiveness is not very ideal. Because antiviral drugs are most effective when used within 24 hours to 48 hours before the onset of symptoms. However, often by the time we confirm the diagnosis of hand, foot, and mouth disease, the most effective treatment window has already passed. Therefore, the priority is still overall nursing care.