Question
How to treat persistent fever in hand, foot, and mouth disease in babies
Answer
Since it is caused by a viral infection and lacks specific effective treatment, the main approach is to provide systemic supportive therapy and symptomatic treatment. Traditional Chinese medicine can be used, which may alleviate symptoms of the viral disease and shorten the course of the illness. For fever not exceeding 38 degrees Celsius, physical cooling (cooling) can be applied. For fever above 38 degrees Celsius, ibuprofen suspension or naproxen can be taken.