What are the precautions to be taken in daily life for hand, foot, and mouth disease?

Patient's question:

What to pay attention to in daily life for hand, foot, and mouth disease

Doctor's answer:

Hand, foot, and mouth disease primarily requires attention to hand hygiene, washing hands before meals. Ensure room ventilation; if severe, you can buy disinfectant to mop the floor for disinfection. This disease is self-limiting, and in addition to symptomatic treatment, there is generally no need for antibiotics. It does not cause sequelae. To prevent hand, foot, and mouth disease in children, attention should be paid to environmental and personal hygiene. Kindergartens and homes should frequently open windows for ventilation and maintain clean and hygienic living spaces.