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What Causes Foot And Mouth Disease Despite Using Steroid Creams?

I have had hand, foot and mouth disease since November 20, 2016. I have been to my Kaiser Physician on three occasions. He has had me on a steroid cream, which I use two weeks and then stop one week, and repeat. I cannot seem to get rid of this virus. I have also been using lavender salt baths each morning for 20 minutes. Please help! Sincerely, Susie
Wed, 15 Mar 2017
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Hi,
Welcome to HCM!I understand your cocern.
Actually there's no specific treatment for hand-foot-and-mouth disease. Signs and symptoms of hand-foot-and-mouth disease usually clear up in seven to 10 days.
A topical oral anesthetic may help relieve the pain of mouth sores.Acetaminophen (Tylenol, others) or ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) may help relieve general discomfort.
Some advices that I can give are:
-Suck on ice pops or ice chips.
-Drink cold beverages, such as milk or ice water.
-Rinse your mouth with warm water after meals.
-Avoid salty or spicy foods.
-Avoid acidic foods and beverages, such as citrus fruits, fruit drinks and soda.
-Eat soft foods that don't require much chewing.
Hope my answer helped you.Thanks!
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What Causes Foot And Mouth Disease Despite Using Steroid Creams?

Hi, Welcome to HCM!I understand your cocern. Actually there s no specific treatment for hand-foot-and-mouth disease. Signs and symptoms of hand-foot-and-mouth disease usually clear up in seven to 10 days. A topical oral anesthetic may help relieve the pain of mouth sores.Acetaminophen (Tylenol, others) or ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) may help relieve general discomfort. Some advices that I can give are: -Suck on ice pops or ice chips. -Drink cold beverages, such as milk or ice water. -Rinse your mouth with warm water after meals. -Avoid salty or spicy foods. -Avoid acidic foods and beverages, such as citrus fruits, fruit drinks and soda. -Eat soft foods that don t require much chewing. Hope my answer helped you.Thanks!