Patient's question:
My baby has hand, foot, and mouth disease. He often has a fever, cries, and doesn't eat. Can hand, foot, and mouth disease be treated with salt water?Doctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is caused by a hand, foot, and mouth virus infection. It primarily manifests as blisters and red spots in the throat, severe red spots on the hands, and even on the buttocks. Timely antiviral treatment is required. Some cases of hand, foot, and mouth disease also involve high fever that is severe and persistent, with no effect from saline rinsing. It is essential to take the child to the hospital promptly for professional and standardized treatment.