Patient's question:
3 days ago, I suddenly noticed that my baby's hands and feet had many small red bumps. I went to the hospital, and after a check-up, they said it was "hand, foot, and mouth disease" and gave me some medicine to take home. My baby isn't feverish, coughing, or showing any other symptoms, and they're in good spirits. They just keep wanting to go out and play, really wanting to run around.What kind of assistance is needed: Can someone with hand, foot, and mouth disease go out?
Doctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease primarily occurs in children under the age of 5, with an incubation period of several days. Children with the disease usually have a milder form, where patients do not have a fever and are in good spirits. Children who are sick should avoid going outdoors for now, as their bodies are weak and their immunity is low, making them more susceptible to worsening symptoms. Parents can play with their children at home, tell stories, play hide-and-seek, and more. However, they must absolutely not take them outdoors to play, as this disease is contagious. If not handled properly, it can cause unnecessary trouble for surrounding families.If a baby gets this disease, parents should not panic. It is actually similar to a cold and usually improves within about a week. There is no need to take medicine randomly.