Question
Do patients with hand, foot, and mouth disease need to be hospitalized? Can this disease be contagious? How can one quickly treat it? What are the common causes of this disease?
Answer
Mild cases of hand, foot, and mouth disease do not require hospitalization, but the treatment should be decided based on the physician’s professional opinion. During treatment, attention should be paid to changes in body temperature; appropriate fever-reducing measures should be taken if fever occurs, and adequate hydration should be maintained. In addition, good personal hygiene habits can help prevent infection, and the diet should avoid high-irritant and spicy foods, focusing on light and simple meals. It is hoped that patients will recover soon!