Patient's question:
Does hand, foot, and mouth disease recur? My child is already 5 years old and got sick with it in early August. They stayed in the hospital for a week and recovered now, but I’m very worried. Could you please tell me what I should pay attention to?Doctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) is a common, mild, but highly contagious illness. It can be caused by various enteroviruses. It is common during summer and early autumn. This disease primarily affects children under the age of 5. Traditional Chinese medicine is the most effective treatment for HFMD. Generally, oral medication combined with symptomatic treatment can resolve HFMD without complications within about a week. The prognosis is good. Antiviral drugs can also be used. Timely treatment is very important for the child's prognosis. Generally, there is no recurrence.