Patient's question:
My daughter is two years old and has hand, foot, and mouth disease. She has it on her hands, feet, mouth, and buttocks. Can she get better without intravenous fluids?Doctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is primarily caused by viral infections. It is recommended to give children oral antiviral liquids and ribavirin antibiotics for appropriate treatment. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child drinks plenty of fluids, maintains a light diet, and keeps the affected area clean and hygienic. Since children are at risk of hand, foot, and mouth disease, family members must take them to the hospital for timely treatment to avoid various misunderstandings. Symptomatic treatment should be administered promptly. For parents, it is essential to closely monitor the child's condition and provide as much support as possible to help them recover from the disease in a timely manner.