Patient's question:
The symptoms of hand, foot, and mouth disease are almost fully healed now. However, during the current treatment, we have noticed that the baby frequently experiences loss of appetite and sleepiness. We are now focusing on hospital treatment for hand, foot, and mouth disease. I hope you can help me determine whether the sleepiness is caused by the disease and what solutions might be needed. Thank you.Doctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is an acute infectious disease caused by a viral infection, with symptoms including blisters on the palms, soles, and around the anus and mouth. The current situation suggests a possible recurrence of encephalitis. It is recommended to seek medical attention immediately for blood tests, chest X-rays, and electroencephalogram to diagnose the cause and provide treatment, or to receive intravenous ceftriaxone. Cerebrolysin can also be administered for treatment. The child is suffering from hand, foot, and mouth disease, so the mother must take the child to the hospital immediately for diagnosis and treatment to avoid various misconceptions and to provide timely symptomatic care. For parents, it is essential to give their child enough care and attention, and to do everything possible to help the child receive timely treatment for the disease.