Patient's question:
Recently, with the change of seasons, it's easy to spread illnesses like the flu and hand, foot, and mouth disease. My child is still young and has to go to school, where there are often crowded places. I'm quite worried, but I don't really know much about prevention. So, I'd like to ask when exactly does hand, foot, and mouth disease spread?Doctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is a viral infectious disease that is usually spread through close contact, such as sharing daily items, toys, or through poor hygiene practices. Therefore, if it is confirmed that someone has hand, foot, and mouth disease, they should be isolated and treated to prevent spreading it to others. Treatment must be carried out under the guidance of a doctor, and school attendance is only allowed after recovery. It is important to pay attention to personal hygiene, and wash hands before meals and after using the restroom.