Question
My child played with a child who had hand, foot, and mouth disease three to four days ago. Can they get infected? How can I prevent it? What medication should I use?
Answer
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is an infectious disease caused by enteroviruses. It is mainly transmitted through close contact, contaminated food, and contact with items contaminated by the virus. There is currently no specific method to prevent this disease. Strengthening surveillance and raising awareness are key to controlling outbreaks. Prevention measures include morning checks, identifying patients, timely sampling for testing, and disinfecting equipment to avoid virus transmission.