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Treatment For Hand-foot-mouth Disease In Child?

Hi there. My son is 3 years old and has contracted the hand-foot-mouth disease. We are currently on day 6 of this awful sickness. His mouth is covered in sores and his gums are red and ooze blood when touched. He will not eat, but is great with fluids. My question is, is there anything I can do to help clear up the sores in his mouth and make it less painful for him? Are we near the end of this sickness? When should I seek medical attention? I appreciate any advice given. Thank you.
Fri, 10 Oct 2014
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Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.

You are near end of this illness ( usual duration is 4-7 days) . There is no specific treatment apart from supportive treatment like pain killers and antipyretics and keeping good hydration by plenty of liquids . In case of poor oral acceptance , dullness, decrease urine , disease persisting more than 7 days , pain abdomen , child looking very sick you need to consult your doctor to rule out complications, otherwise also one visit is needed if not already to confirm diagnosis and assess condition of child .

Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us.
Wishing your son speedy recovery.


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Treatment For Hand-foot-mouth Disease In Child?

Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. You are near end of this illness ( usual duration is 4-7 days) . There is no specific treatment apart from supportive treatment like pain killers and antipyretics and keeping good hydration by plenty of liquids . In case of poor oral acceptance , dullness, decrease urine , disease persisting more than 7 days , pain abdomen , child looking very sick you need to consult your doctor to rule out complications, otherwise also one visit is needed if not already to confirm diagnosis and assess condition of child . Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. Wishing your son speedy recovery. • DISCLAIMER: - All the information provided here is for information purpose only , it is not a substitute for the advice of a physician after physical examination , it is not intended to replace your relationship with your doctor. This information in no way establishes a doctor-patient relationship. Before acting anything based on this information do consult your doctor. I recommend that online users seek the advice of a physician who can perform an in-person physical examination