Patient's question:
The son is six years old this year. Recently, he has been in a bad mood and has symptoms of fever. There are many small bubbles in his mouth, like ulcers. We took him to the hospital for a thorough examination, and the doctor said it was hand, foot, and mouth disease. I would like to consult about this disease. What treatment should be adopted for this condition?Doctor's answer:
Your child's hand, foot, and mouth disease is contagious, and it is also considered to be related to viral transmission. Isolation treatment is necessary. Generally, hand, foot, and mouth disease can be treated with oral antiviral medications, and the treatment usually lasts about 7-10 days to heal. Children should drink more water and pay attention to a light diet as the foundation. If the child's hand, foot, and mouth disease is severe, it is better to be hospitalized for treatment and close observation. Participate actively in physical exercise to regulate physical and mental health, and maintain personal hygiene.