Patient's question:
Doctor, my child had hand, foot, and mouth disease a year ago. Recently, the kindergarten teacher reported that many children in the kindergarten have contracted hand, foot, and mouth disease. I would like to ask the doctor if my child could still get hand, foot, and mouth disease. Please answer for me, thank you!Doctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease can potentially recur because there are many subtypes of viruses that cause it. Therefore, even if you have had this disease before, you may still get it again. Under the right conditions, it is best to visit a hospital for vaccination to prevent hand, foot, and mouth disease. During home care, personal hygiene should also be paid attention to—wash hands frequently, bathe regularly, change clothes often, and avoid eating raw or cold foods. Maintain a light diet.