Preventive Measures for Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease

Question

What are the preventive measures for hand, foot, and mouth disease?

Answer

Comprehensive prevention and treatment of hand, foot, and mouth disease require attention to personal hygiene, frequent hand washing, changing clothes regularly, and enhancing nutrition by consuming a variety of vitamins. Eating more vegetables, fruits, milk, and whole grains can nourish the body, boost immunity, and help prevent hand, foot, and mouth disease. Antiviral medication should be taken for treatment after confirmation of the diagnosis.