Patient's question:
2 days ago, I found out that the child has hand, foot, and mouth disease. I want to get treatment, and I want to know if it's okay to just get injections without being hospitalized for observation.Doctor's answer:
To prevent hand, foot, and mouth disease, personal hygiene must be paid attention to, oral hygiene should be maintained, and secondary bacterial infections should be prevented. Rinse your mouth with warm water after each meal. Pay attention to indoor air circulation and appropriate temperature. Drink plenty of boiled water or cold drinks, and eat more fresh vegetables and fruits. Children's toys or other items should be thoroughly cleaned frequently. When hand, foot, and mouth disease is prevalent, parents should try their best to keep their children away from crowded public places to reduce the chance of infection. In addition, parents should pay attention to the nutrition and rest of infants, avoid sun exposure, prevent excessive fatigue, and reduce resistance. Antiviral drugs and multiple vitamins can be used for treatment. Alternatively, antiviral ointment can be applied to the affected area to reduce inflammation and pain.