Question
Recently, many children around us have contracted hand, foot, and mouth disease. To prevent this disease, we have given our children oral transfer factor liquid. Can this method prevent the disease? Are there any negative effects? Can we also give our children vitamin C and calcium gluconate?
Answer
Hello! Preventing hand, foot, and mouth disease requires maintaining good hygiene habits such as washing hands before and after meals, not drinking untreated water, not eating raw or cold foods, regularly disinfecting items frequently touched, and avoiding close contact with patients of hand, foot, and mouth disease. As for whether taking oral transfer factor liquid can prevent hand, foot, and mouth disease, here are some suggestions. Regarding adverse effects, please consult a professional doctor’s opinion. Similarly, regarding giving children vitamin C and calcium gluconate, it is also recommended that you consult a doctor to ensure your child’s health. Wishing your baby good health!