Patient's question:
At half a year old, there are small red rashes on the hands, feet, and buttocks, severe oral ulcers, and a white tongue with drooling. Previously, there was contact with children having similar symptoms. What were the treatment history and effectiveness? During the treatment process, what details need to be noted?Doctor's answer:
Acute onset, fever, mouth pain, anorexia, scattered herpetic vesicles or ulcers appearing on the oral mucosa, more commonly located on the tongue, buccal mucosa, and hard palate, but can also affect the soft palate, gums, tonsils, and pharynx. Maculopapular lesions appear on the hands, feet, buttocks, arms, and legs, which later transform into vesicles. The vesicles have a mild inflammatory erythema surrounding them, with less fluid inside. The lesions are more numerous on the hands and feet, affecting both the palmar and dorsal surfaces.First, isolate the affected child. Contacts should take precautions for disinfection and isolation to prevent cross-infection. Symptomatic treatment can include taking heat-clearing and detoxifying traditional Chinese herbal medicines, as well as supplementing with vitamins B and C.