Patient's question:
Description of the condition (onset time, main symptoms, changes in symptoms, etc.): Can adults get hand, foot, and mouth disease?Doctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) cannot be transmitted to adults. HFMD generally primarily affects children. This is because children have lower immunity, making them more susceptible to infection, whereas adults have a more developed immune system and are generally not infected.To prevent HFMD, it is important to follow the "Wash hands, drink boiled water, eat cooked food, keep the environment ventilated, and dry bedding in the sun." Daily hygiene practices should emphasize environmental, food, and personal cleanliness. Avoid drinking unboiled water or eating raw, cold food. Wash hands before meals and after using the restroom, and maintain good indoor air circulation.