Patient's question:
I was holding my child at the hospital and came into contact with a patient with hand, foot, and mouth disease. Is my child at risk of infection?Medical history and treatment effectiveness: None
Expected help: I was holding my child at the hospital and came into contact with a patient with hand, foot, and mouth disease. Is my child at risk of infection?
Doctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is an acute infectious disease, and children with the illness are the main source of transmission. If you touch a sick child, the possibility of getting infected is high. It is recommended to take extra hygiene measures, and seek medical attention promptly if any discomfort reoccurs. The above advice is for the question "I touched a hand, foot, and mouth disease patient at the hospital today while holding my child." I hope it helps you, and wish you good health!