Patient's question:
4-year-old child with symptoms of hand, foot, and mouth disease, blisters in the mouth, red rashes on the body, all over the bodyDoctor's answer:
Hello! Your baby has hand, foot, and mouth disease, which is an acute infectious disease caused by a viral infection. The general course of the illness typically lasts for about 2-3 weeks. On one hand, continue to seek medical attention at the hospital; on the other hand, isolate at home, pay attention to rest and nutrition, drink more water or fruit juice (watermelon juice, pear juice, etc.), maintain good hygiene and disinfection, wash hands frequently, and consume sweet liquid or semi-liquid foods if the mouth is sore, while also using ribavirin and watermelon frost spray. Ensure the indoor air is well-ventilated, avoid secondhand smoke, and stay away from crowded places to prevent spreading the infection to others and recurring cross-infections. If the high fever persists, the baby is restless, vomiting, and in poor spirits, please seek medical attention. The doctor will provide further treatment based on the situation. Wishing your baby a speedy recovery!