How to Treat Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease

Patient's question:

Red spots on hands and feet, loss of appetite, started one week ago, currently undergoing rehabilitation and treatment, what should be paid attention to in daily life? What medicine are you taking?

Doctor's answer:

Hand, foot, and mouth disease is an infectious disease caused by enteroviruses. It is most common in children under the age of 5. It can cause blisters on the hands, feet, and mouth. In rare cases, it may lead to complications such as myocarditis, pulmonary edema, and aseptic meningitis. Children with the disease may experience fever, oral blisters, loss of appetite, and unwillingness to eat. It is recommended to feed babies with light, warm, sweet, easily digestible, soft liquid or semi-liquid foods. Avoid cold, spicy, and salty foods that may be irritating.

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