Patient's question:
The child of my cousin is four years old and suffers from hand, foot, and mouth disease. He came to our house as a guest last night. At this time, our eight-month-old baby has already taken a nap. Hello, will this be infected? Please ask if hand, foot, and mouth disease is contagious.Doctor's answer:
Based on the situation you described, the possibility of transmission without direct contact is unlikely. According to what you mentioned, hand, foot, and mouth disease is somewhat contagious. However, in the case you described, the possibility of indirect infection without direct contact is low. Hand, foot, and mouth disease has a significant impact on children. It is recommended that family members take the child to a specialized clinic for follow-up treatment and follow the doctor's guidance for treatment. In daily life, it is okay to give the child some juice, which is beneficial for digestion and vitamin absorption, and can help prevent stomach issues. We hope the child can recover quickly!