Patient's question:
The child has already started attending kindergarten this year. Recently, the kindergarten teacher mentioned that it is a high-incidence period for hand, foot, and mouth disease. The main affected group is children aged four to six. I want to know what the symptoms of hand, foot, and mouth disease are, whether it is contagious, and how to prevent and treat it.Doctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease has many symptoms and is highly contagious, with a relatively high transmission rate. Therefore, if a child contracts hand, foot, and mouth disease, parents should pay close attention and try to minimize their child's outings. Avoiding contact with other children is also important. Children with hand, foot, and mouth disease may develop red rashes on their hands and feet, as well as blisters or ulcers in their mouths. Additionally, they may experience fever.