Question
Have you recently felt lackluster in spirits, impacting your work performance? Are you having trouble sleeping at night, and sometimes feeling anxious? You’re worried that these conditions might affect your physical health and work performance. I would like to inquire, is it possible for the fever associated with hand, foot, and mouth disease to trigger brain disorders?
Answer
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is an infectious disease caused by enteroviruses, characterized by fever and red rashes appearing on the mouth, hands, and feet. Mild cases of hand, foot, and mouth disease typically only present with rashes, but severe cases may lead to complications such as pneumonia, encephalitis, or myocarditis, which can be life-threatening. If a child is diagnosed with hand, foot, and mouth disease, parents should cooperate with the doctor for treatment, maintain good hygiene habits, and pay attention to their child’s balanced diet.