Patient's question:
A 5-year-old child has hand, foot, and mouth disease. Please help. A 5-year-old child has hand, foot, and mouth disease. Can they eat rice, wheat, and oatmeal?Doctor's answer:
According to the situation described, the child is experiencing a recurrence of hand, foot, and mouth disease, which is an infectious disease caused by enterovirus. After the recurrence of hand, foot, and mouth disease, it is mainly necessary to use antiviral drugs for symptomatic treatment in a timely manner based on the situation. In terms of diet, it is necessary to base it on light and easily digestible foods, and avoid spicy and irritating foods. The above staple foods can be consumed.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 use of blind medication to alleviate symptoms. For parents, it is important to provide the child with enough care and attention, and to do everything possible to help the child receive timely treatment for the disease.