Question
What should be avoided in the diet for hand, foot, and mouth disease?
Answer
Hand, foot, and mouth disease does not require any special dietary restrictions; normal eating is sufficient. It is recommended to slightly increase nutrition and consume protein-rich foods such as fish meat, while avoiding spicy foods. Since hand, foot, and mouth disease can cause fever and oral blisters, which may lead to loss of appetite and difficulty swallowing, it is important to choose liquid or semi-liquid foods such as congee or juice in the diet. At the same time, maintaining oral hygiene and staying hydrated are also very important.