Patient's question:
I don't know what's going on, but my child has been misbehaving lately and crying non-stop. Even the hospital check-ups haven't helped. Could someone who knows about hand, foot, and mouth disease explain how to identify it?Doctor's answer:
Having hand, foot, and mouth disease, it is usually the mouth that is affected, with ulcers appearing not only in the throat but also on the hands, feet, and even the entire body, accompanied by red spots. In your child's case, the ulcers on their hands and feet do not match the typical symptoms of hand, foot, and mouth disease. It is recommended that you take your child to the hospital for a check-up. Oral antiviral medication can be given, along with topical antiviral creams. Encourage your child to drink more plain water, eat more vegetables and fruits, and reduce the intake of greasy and spicy foods.