Patient's question:
How is infant hand, foot, and mouth disease treated? The child is only 10 months old, and it has been three days since the rash has covered the area around the mouth. The tongue is also white, making it difficult for him to eat. There are also symptoms of high fever. How can this condition be quickly treated to help him recover to normal?Doctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is a viral illness that spreads easily among infants and young children and requires isolation treatment. In clinical diagnosis, the management of hand, foot, and mouth disease primarily involves symptomatic relief and antiviral therapy, with no specific treatment methods available. During treatment, it is recommended to drink plenty of water, get adequate rest, and consume fresh vegetables and fruits. Generally, full recovery can be expected within 5 to 7 days, so there is no need to worry. However, severe cases of hand, foot, and mouth disease may require hospitalization for treatment.