Question
What should be noted when a child has hand, foot, and mouth disease?
Answer
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is a self-limiting viral disease that can heal on its own. The course usually lasts about a week. Here are the things to pay attention to when a child has hand, foot, and mouth disease:
- Maintain good personal hygiene, wash hands frequently, especially after touching saliva, food, or toys.
- Avoid sharing toys, utensils, and other items with other children to prevent the spread of the virus.
- Pay attention to the child’s mental state and be aware of symptoms such as convulsions in the limbs and unusual crying. If these symptoms occur, seek medical attention promptly.
- Antiviral medications can be taken, but they must be used under a doctor’s guidance.
- If either you or your child has the above symptoms, seek medical attention immediately as it may be a severe case of hand, foot, and mouth disease.