Patient's question:
My baby has recently been infected with hand, foot, and mouth disease by the child next door. They have been crying constantly. Does hand, foot, and mouth disease require medication?Doctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease requires timely follow-up, intravenous treatment, including antiviral medications and drugs to protect heart and liver function. It is important to avoid viral myocarditis, viral encephalitis, and other diseases caused by hand, foot, and mouth disease to prevent more severe consequences. During daily care, it is necessary to ensure children drink plenty of fluids and avoid contact with children suffering from hand, foot, and mouth disease. Early vaccination against hand, foot, and mouth disease can also help prevent the disease.