Patient's question:
The child got hand, foot, and mouth disease because of their weak physical condition. During that period when my health wasn't good, my husband mainly took care of the child. However, after the child recovered, my husband was also diagnosed with what seems to be hand, foot, and mouth disease. So, I would like to ask how adults should treat hand, foot, and mouth disease?Doctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is generally highly contagious. If an adult contracts hand, foot, and mouth disease, the first step is to have a blood test at the hospital. Depending on the severity of the condition, appropriate medication should be selected, and isolation is necessary. Antiviral drugs may be considered. If fever persists, fever-reducing medication should be used, and vitamin supplementation is recommended. Additionally, attention must be paid to dietary hygiene. On a daily basis, a light diet is required, and excessive spicy foods should be avoided.