Patient's question:
My child is now one year old. He has never been very healthy since he was a child and tends to catch colds or other illnesses easily. As he gets older, I'm very worried that his habit of eating his hands might lead to hand, foot, and mouth disease. I want to know if a one-year-old child can receive the hand, foot, and mouth disease vaccine? Does it really prevent hand, foot, and mouth disease?Doctor's answer:
Hello, it's a pleasure to assist you: Getting a vaccine for hand, foot, and mouth disease can only reduce the likelihood of contracting the disease but cannot guarantee complete prevention. Children have lower immunity, so during the peak season for hand, foot, and mouth disease, it's important to pay close attention to their hygiene and ensure they don't put their hands in their mouths. Frequent handwashing for the child is necessary. It's also important to prevent colds and encourage the child to drink more water regularly.