Can Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease Be Transmitted to Adults?

Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is a common infectious disease in children, often affecting those under 5 years old. It can cause blisters on the hands, feet, and mouth, and in rare cases, may lead to complications such as myocarditis, pulmonary edema, and aseptic meningitis. Adults usually have immunity due to previous explicit or crypto- infections, so they rarely fall ill. However, if a child in the household is infected with Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease, adults should still take precautions to avoid infection.
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