Question
Two days ago, my son had a fever of 38.6 degrees. I hurriedly checked his mouth with a flashlight and found blisters on the palate. Today, a small amount of blisters appeared on the soles of his feet again. Although he has started taking antiviral medication and is also taking ribavirin and dipyridamole granules, the blisters in his mouth make it difficult for him to eat. How should I treat it?
Answer
Hello. First, I suggest isolating your child simply, keeping the room well-ventilated, and using antiviral medications such as antiviral granules, ribavirin, and isatis root. In terms of diet, ensure a nutritious diet with an appropriate increase in protein to enhance the body’s resistance. For the blisters on the soles of the feet, you can apply calamine lotion externally or use acyclovir ointment. For oral issues, you can choose to rinse with hydrogen peroxide or saltwater. Choose liquid foods for the diet to alleviate pain. Hand, foot, and mouth disease has a significant impact on children, so I recommend that parents take their child to a specialized clinic for follow-up and treatment under the guidance of a doctor. In daily life, you can give your child some fruit juice to aid digestion and supplement vitamins, preventing diarrhea. I hope your child recovers soon!