Herpangina
Treatment
The symptoms are treated as necessary:
- Acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Motrin) by mouth for fever and discomfort as the doctor recommends
- Increased fluid intake, especially cold milk products
- Non-irritating diet (cold milk products, including ice cream, are often the best choices during herpangina infection. Fruit juices are too acidic and tend to irritate the mouth sores.)
- Topical anesthetic agents for the mouth (these may contain benzocaine or xylocaine and are usually not required)
Outlook (Prognosis)
The illness normally clears up within a week.
Possible Complications
There are usually no complications.
When to Contact a Medical Professional
Call your health care provider if:
- Fever, sore throat, or mouth sores last for more than 5 days
- Your child is having trouble drinking liquids or looks dehydrated
- Fever becomes very high or does not go away
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