Patient's question:
The child got hand, foot, and mouth disease a few days ago and after recovery, the skin on their hands is peeling. Hello, is it normal for the skin on the hands to peel after recovering from hand, foot, and mouth disease?Doctor's answer:
After a child recovers from hand, foot, and mouth disease, it is also normal for peeling to appear on the palms or soles of the hands and feet. This occurs because after the blisters from hand, foot, and mouth disease heal, localized peeling symptoms may reappear. Therefore, there is no need to worry, but it is essential to closely monitor the child and avoid using hands to peel the skin, as this can cause bleeding and potential transmission. Additionally, it is best to minimize the child's contact with water and avoid exposure to many chemicals to prevent irritation.