Patient's question:
How long does it usually take for the red spots of hand, foot, and mouth disease to disappear? What should I pay attention to in his diet now? My child is almost 19 months old and has hand, foot, and mouth disease. It's the second day now. How should I take care of him, and when will it be better?Doctor's answer:
Summer and autumn are peak seasons for the occurrence of hand, foot, and mouth disease in children. Kindergartens are the main sources of this disease and should take isolation measures.Guidance: Hand, foot, and mouth disease is an acute infectious disease caused by enterovirus, specifically the Coxsackie virus. The main clinical manifestations are fever and rashes on the mouth, hands, and feet. It is more common in children under the age of 4.
Peak transmission of the disease occurs in July and August. The main routes of transmission are through respiratory droplets, contaminated toys, and unclean hands. It is highly contagious.
When the blisters in the mouth rupture, they cause ulcers. The pain can be unbearable and affect the child's appetite. If not treated promptly, it may lead to encephalitis, pneumonia, and myocarditis, which can damage vital organs.