Patient's question:
Recently, a child suddenly developed a fever. A few days later, some red rashes appeared on their hands and feet. They went to the hospital for a check-up and were diagnosed with hand, foot, and mouth disease. Their family then provided timely treatment, and now it seems the rashes have disappeared. I want to ask, does this mean the hand, foot, and mouth disease has been cured?Doctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease primarily manifests as blisters appearing on the hands, feet, and mouth, accompanied by fever, poor appetite, and a poor mental state. If the red rashes on the body disappear, it indicates that the condition is improving significantly. During the recovery period of hand, foot, and mouth disease, children should also be advised to rest, eat a light diet, and consume easily digestible foods. Hand, foot, and mouth disease is mainly caused by infection with enteroviruses, so it is essential to pay close attention to hygiene.