Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease Treatment and Prevention

Question

What medication can be used for Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease?

Answer

Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is mainly caused by viral infections. Treatment primarily involves taking oral antiviral medications or using a variety of cooling and detoxifying traditional Chinese medicines for antiviral therapy. The disease is mainly transmitted through respiratory droplets and contact with infected virus. If there is a baby with Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease around, it’s best to minimize the baby’s contact with other children. Paying attention to hand hygiene can help prevent the disease.