Hand, foot and mouth disease is a contagious disease that greatly affects the health and development of young children. In some cases, hand, foot and mouth disease can be fatal in children. Why is this disease so dangerous? Let's find out how to prevent hand, foot and mouth disease in the article below!
HFMD is what?
From January 1 to now, Malaysia is estimated to have 39,174 children infected with Hand, Foot and Mouth disease . This is quite a news of concern throughout the country. Before the epidemic increased and exploded, recently, Malaysia confirmed that there was a case of children dying from this disease.
HFMD is what?
A 17-month-old boy was admitted to the hospital on June 3. He showed difficulty breathing, had sores in his mouth, and had flu. After many attempts by doctors, the boy finally could not survive. Three days after his admission, the boy passed away forever.
The general situation of hand, foot and mouth disease
After many tests, experts confirmed that the boy died, the cause was Hand, Foot and Mouth disease. The main agent is Enterovirus (EV71), the virus that causes Hand, Foot and Mouth disease. This virus will directly affect the lungs of the patient.
In Penang, Malaysia also recorded 2,894 cases, an increase of 116% from last year. The government is working hard to prevent this epidemic from getting bigger.
In addition to the 17-month-old boy, in Mukah, Sarawak also recorded that a 2-and-a-half-year-old child died may also be caused by Hand, Foot and Mouth. However, the authorities are still waiting for the results of the tests to be sure of this.
Evolution of hand, foot and mouth disease
Hand, foot and mouth disease in children
Hand, Foot and Mouth disease is very contagious and can be spread from person to person through saliva. Or from the fluid inside the blister. The virus will incubate for several weeks after becoming infected. It is therefore important to have standards of daily care for Hand, Foot and Mouth disease in the event of an outbreak to prevent the spread.
The incubation period is three to five days. Symptoms usually begin anywhere on the body between the third and seventh day of being infected. These symptoms can last 7 to 10 days. During that time the child is contagious to others.
How to prevent hand, foot and mouth disease in children
How to prevent hand, foot and mouth disease in children
Parents can play a part in ensuring that preschools and preschools maintain high standards of personal hygiene as well as the environment. Of course, not all facilities will adhere to all of these daily care guidelines for hand, foot and mouth disease.
However, parents will have more peace of mind if the steps below are taken to minimize the risk.
When going to class, the teachers will check the child's health . If a child shows signs of infection, it is recommended to isolate the child from others who are still healthy.
Children with Hand, Foot and Mouth disease should stay at home. Do not go to school or on the playground, nor in crowded public places. Wait for the fluid in the sores to dry.
Both teachers and children need to wash their hands thoroughly with soap and water for at least 10 seconds. Then dry with a personal towel, do not share.
Do not share cups, spoons, bowls, and other personal items.
Properly disinfect shared toys (with household bleach). Disinfecting eating utensils, towels contaminated by cases of disease.
Provide separate toys for each group of children so that they are not shared between groups. This will limit the exposure of infectious agents during an outbreak.
Cotton toys are not recommended .. and toys that are difficult to disinfect. Above are a few ways to prevent the outbreak and outbreak of Hand, Foot and Mouth disease. Parents do not be subjective! Please take note of these issues so that unfortunate things cannot happen.
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