Question
Can children who have had hand, foot, and mouth disease get infected again?
Answer
Due to the variety of viruses that cause hand, foot, and mouth disease, children are particularly susceptible to infection. Even if they have had the disease before, they may still catch it again. Children under the age of 5 are in the high-incidence age group, and mild cases usually heal within 7 to 10 days. It is recommended to take proper treatment and home care to promote the child’s early recovery.