Question
A two-year-old child has experienced a one-week bout of hand, foot, and mouth disease and has been treated and recovered. Parents are concerned about whether immunity is developed after recovery from hand, foot, and mouth disease and if there is still a possibility of future re-infection?
Answer
Generally speaking, patients with hand, foot, and mouth disease do not get re-infected after recovery. It is recommended that parents continue to provide their child with adequate water intake and pay attention to personal hygiene and clean eating habits. Monitor the child’s body temperature closely and avoid giving stimulating food. Wishing for the child’s healthy growth. These suggestions are aimed at answering the question “Will hand, foot, and mouth disease recur after recovery?” and hope to provide you with assistance and wish you health.