Patient's question:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease can cause strabismus in children?Doctor's answer:
Its clinical manifestations may reappear as small ulcers or blisters on the hands, feet, mouth, and other areas, along with symptoms such as low-grade fever and poor appetite. If the condition progresses further, it may affect the nervous system, leading to symptoms like ataxia, eye movement disorders, or nystagmus. It may also increase the risk of strabismus. If the symptoms are mild and there are no complications, the prognosis is generally good. Treatment is primarily symptomatic and can lead to full recovery within a week. It is essential to remind children to wash their hands frequently, avoid eating raw or cold foods, and prevent contact with infected children, especially during epidemic-prone seasons. It is advisable to minimize children's visits to public places.