Question
A young child has developed a fever with a body temperature of about 39 degrees Celsius, lasting for about 8 days. At 14 months old, two small red spots appeared on their hands, accompanied by fever. After medical diagnosis, it was confirmed as hand, foot, and mouth disease, and they were hospitalized for 9 days. Is it possible for hand, foot, and mouth disease to recur?
Answer
After a child has just recovered from hand, foot, and mouth disease, they do indeed have a certain level of immunity for a period of time. However, over time, there is still a possibility of re-infection. The key to preventing the recurrence of hand, foot, and mouth disease lies in maintaining good personal hygiene and avoiding crowded places. Hand, foot, and mouth disease poses a significant threat to children’s health. It is recommended that parents take their children to a specialized hospital for follow-up consultations and treatment under the guidance of a doctor. In daily life, you can give your child juice to replenish vitamins and prevent diarrhea, hoping that the child can recover soon.