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