Patient's question:
I have a canker sore in my mouth, but no sores on my hands or feet. It's been two days. During my nap, I had a moment of a 39-degree fever that went away on its own. For dinner, my mouth and throat hurt. Can I take medication by myself?Doctor's answer:
Children with hand, foot, and mouth disease who have a fever, especially moderate to high fever, should be cautious about taking medication themselves. Because the symptoms of hand, foot, and mouth disease in children can worsen rapidly, leading to weakness and encephalitis, it is important not to self-medicate at home. If a child is suffering from hand, foot, and mouth disease, parents must take them to see a doctor immediately to prevent the use of blind medication to alleviate symptoms. Parents should provide their children with enough care and attention, and do their best to help them receive timely treatment for the disease.