Patient's question:
The child has been diagnosed with mild hand, foot, and mouth disease. Currently, medication is being administered rectally and a patch is applied to the feet, in addition to oral antiviral granules. Do you need an intravenous infusion?Doctor's answer:
After reading your description of your baby's condition, mild hand, foot, and mouth disease does not require intravenous fluid treatment. Treatment for viral infections typically takes about a week. Since your child has a mild case, intravenous fluid treatment is not necessary. Follow your doctor's advice at home, take your medication on time, maintain a light and balanced diet, eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, avoid spicy and irritating foods, drink plenty of water, get adequate rest, ensure good ventilation in your living space at all times, and pay close attention to your child's mental state.