Question
Can a baby infected with Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease take a bath?
Answer
Babies infected with Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease should avoid contact with the outside world and be isolated. During the isolation period, items can be disinfected by soaking them in chlorine disinfectant, and items that cannot be soaked can be placed in direct sunlight for exposure. At the same time, the baby’s food should be cooked and cooled down as the infection may cause ulcers in the mouth, making eating painful. During the isolation period, the baby can take a bath but should avoid going out to prevent transmission.