Patient's question:
The baby is 1.5 years old and was hospitalized with hand, foot, and mouth disease and fever. Currently, the baby hasn't fully recovered yet, though the fever has subsided. The baby's spirits are good, but the aspartate aminotransferase (AST) level is 56, indicating liver function damage. Please advise on how to treat hand, foot, and mouth disease with fever in a 1.5-year-old baby.Doctor's answer:
According to your description, hand, foot, and mouth disease is caused by a bacterial infection. No fever indicates a mild case. 1. Go to the infectious diseases department of the hospital for further examination. 2. Take oral antibiotics to fight infection, reduce inflammation, and combat viruses. 3. Enhance nutrition. 4. Hospital treatment. Hand, foot, and mouth disease can cause significant harm to children. It is recommended that family members take the child to a specialized clinic for follow-up treatment under the guidance of a doctor. In daily life, enough care and attention can be given to the child, and their diet should be closely monitored, hoping for a quick recovery!