Patient's question:
Doctor, my son is studying in kindergarten, and recently the children he plays with have contracted hand, foot, and mouth disease and haven't come to school. Doctor, what should I do if my two-year-old child has been exposed to hand, foot, and mouth disease? Should I go to the hospital for a check-up now?Doctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is primarily caused by droplet and contact transmission. If the infant has not been vaccinated against hoof and mouth disease, or if the infant's immune function is low, they are very likely to spread hand, foot, and mouth disease. Therefore, please pay close attention to isolation and ensure the baby drinks plenty of water. Additionally, the baby has an incubation period, so it is important to maintain good hand hygiene. In these two days, the baby must be given more fresh fruits and vegetables, and it is best to avoid spicy and irritating foods. If the infant has rashes on their hands and feet, or low-grade rashes, please use symptomatic treatment.