Patient's question:
First, there was a fever of 38.5°C. After a day, blisters appeared on the palms, soles, except for the lower part of the mouth and buttocks. Last night they started to appear, and today I went to see a doctor, got medicine, and had an IV drip. The nurse said it's all antiviral, will it be okay? I want to know the effective treatment methods and medications for hand, foot, and mouth disease.Doctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is an acute infectious disease caused by enteroviruses. Based on the child's symptoms, it can be considered a mild case of hand, foot, and mouth disease. Generally, with active treatment, recovery can be expected within about one week, without leaving any long-term sequelae. Currently, there is no specific medication for treating hand, foot, and mouth disease. The main treatment involves antiviral and symptomatic supportive therapy. It is recommended that you focus on active treatment under the guidance of a local doctor. During the treatment period, pay close attention to monitoring the child's physical condition. If symptoms such as high fever that does not subside, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, or listlessness reappear, be vigilant about the possibility of a severe case. In daily life, ensure the child drinks plenty of fluids, gets adequate rest, and follows a light diet, avoiding extremely cold and spicy, irritating foods.