Question
A sixth-grade student has contracted hand, foot, and mouth disease. Should the child continue to attend school? Should the condition be informed to the teacher?
Answer
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is an acute infectious disease, so patients should not go to school to prevent spreading the illness to others. It is recommended to inform the teacher of the condition and take a leave of absence for treatment to prevent the spread of the disease. Parents should take their child to a specialized hospital for consultation and follow the doctor’s guidance for treatment. In daily life, you can give children juice to replenish vitamins and prevent diarrhea, hoping that the child can recover soon.