Question
My daughter had hand, foot, and mouth disease last year and went to see a doctor this year. They said it had recurred. She doesn’t want to have intravenous therapy and wants to ask if it’s possible to treat it without it? She has been drooling for 5 days and is afraid to eat.
Answer
Based on your description, if your daughter had hand, foot, and mouth disease last year and it has recurred this year, and she does not want to undergo intravenous therapy, this is feasible. Many cases of hand, foot, and mouth disease can be cured with oral medication. Whether or not to use intravenous therapy depends on the severity of the condition. It is recommended that you take her to the hospital for a blood count check. If the white blood cell count is not high, oral medication can be taken. In terms of diet, food should be cooled down to avoid hot food as it may cause discomfort and affect appetite. At the same time, supervise her timely intake of medication to ensure the effectiveness of treatment. The above suggestions are for reference only; I hope they are helpful to you, and wish your daughter a speedy recovery!