Patient's question:
Headache, fever of 39 degrees Celsius, small blisters in the mouth and throat for one day, the cause is unclear. Is it hand, foot, and mouth disease?Doctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is originally caused by a viral infection, and the virus is a self-limiting illness, typically taking about 7 days to recover. However, it is difficult for children to fight off the virus with their immunity, so when this disease recurs in children, it becomes very serious. Of course, many adults with weakened immunity also find it hard to fully recover from this illness. Given your age, it is highly likely that you have contracted this disease. For treating such conditions, antiviral medications and antibiotics are generally prescribed. In terms of care, drink plenty of plain water, pay attention to preventing high fever, avoid high-protein foods, and maintain a light diet. Additionally, clean your mouth frequently to prevent oral ulcers.