Patient's question:
Doctor, my son is 7 years old. The other day, I noticed ulcers near his mouth. At first, I didn't pay much attention, but later I thought it was abnormal, so I went to the hospital for a check-up. The doctor said it was hand, foot, and mouth disease. I would like to ask, how is hand, foot, and mouth disease caused?Doctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease should be caused by viral infection and be contagious. It is recommended that children be sent to the hospital for treatment in a timely manner, with intravenous fluids and medication if necessary. Some antiviral drugs can be taken orally. Only isolate other children to avoid infection. The child's diet should be light and easy to digest, avoiding spicy foods. Let the child drink plenty of water, eat some vegetables and fruits appropriately, and do not take the child to crowded places.