How to treat hand, foot, and mouth disease to get better

Patient's question:

1. 5/21 (Yesterday) afternoon had fever symptoms, starting at 38 degrees, 1 hour later 39 degrees
2. 5/22 Today went to Yongkang First People's Hospital for treatment, diagnosed with hand, foot, and mouth disease, temperature 38.8 degrees (temperature unstable, fluctuating high and low). After the injection, high fever did not subside at home, and the rash on the mouth area increased, becoming red.

Doctor's answer:

It is recommended that you give the baby antiviral oral liquid, vitamin C tablets, and other medications. If the symptoms are severe, it is necessary to go to the hospital in time for intravenous treatment. Rest well, give the baby plenty of boiled water, pay attention to observing the baby's overall condition, maintain hygiene of the affected area, and avoid scratching the affected area with your hands to prevent infection. There are many causes of hand, foot, and mouth disease. If the child is confirmed to have hand, foot, and mouth disease, parents need to cooperate with the doctor to start treatment immediately, cooperate with gastrointestinal decompression, and develop good hygiene habits. The child needs a balanced diet and should avoid stimulating and cold foods.

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