Patient's question:
My baby is one and a half years old. Recently, she got hand, foot, and mouth disease. The hospital found that her ALT levels were high and her liver function was damaged. I'm very worried. Could you please explain what causes ALT levels to rise when someone has hand, foot, and mouth disease?Doctor's answer:
In the above cases, apart from elevated transaminase levels caused by infection, it may also be due to medications or other factors. Once the cause is identified, symptomatic treatment can be administered. Mild declines need not cause excessive concern; it is sufficient to actively control the infection and provide symptomatic treatment. Coenzyme drugs, liver-protecting medications, and vitamins can be used as appropriate. The child is troubled by hand, foot, and mouth disease, so parents must take the child to see a doctor immediately for treatment to prevent the indiscriminate use of small advertisements for drugs. Proper medication is essential. For parents, it is important to promptly monitor the child's condition and do their best to help the child receive timely treatment for the disease.