Question
My son has contracted hand, foot, and mouth disease and is currently recovering at home. I’m unsure how long it takes for someone to recover from hand, foot, and mouth disease before they can go back to school?
Answer
Hand, foot, and mouth disease usually takes about one week to 10 days for complete recovery. If there is no fever, it should be safe for them to return to school. However, be sure to pay attention to not catching a cold, wash hands and feet frequently, maintain good oral hygiene, eat more vegetables and fruits, drink plenty of water, and avoid spicy and irritating foods. Be cautious not to scratch with your hands to prevent infection. The above can be taken as a reference.