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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Overview

No specific treatment is available for this or other enterovirus infections. Symptomatic treatment is given to provide relief from fever, aches, or pain from the mouth ulcers.

Medical Therapy

• Antipyretics may be given for fever
• Hydration of the patient should be maintained
• Analgesics such as acetaminophen and ibuprofen can be used for mouth pain. Codeine and topical anaesthetics may be used in patients with significant dysphagia.
• Caution: Asprin should not be given to children to avoid Template:Reye's syndrome