I'm really worried about my 3-year-old daughter who has hand, foot, and mouth disease. Her doctor suggested applying hhfudic cream three times a day for 10 days. I'm just wondering if it's really okay to use it like that. Is there anything else I should know or do?

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Dr Chandra P

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No need to worry that's a viral infection and is usually self limiting, follow as your doctor advised and you can use the cream no problem, hygiene practice is the main stay for cure and prevention.

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