What causes hand, foot and mouth disease in adults?

The main causes of hand, foot and mouth disease in adults include weakened immunity, exposure to pathogens and the influence of the living environment. Although hand, foot and mouth disease is common in children, adults may also be infected if their immune system is compromised or they are in a high-risk environment for a long time. The pathogens are usually enteroviruses, the most common of which are coxsackievirus A16 and enterovirus 71, which are easily transmitted in the workplace, crowded places or shared facilities.

Reduced immunity in adults may make them more susceptible to HFMD. Adults with stressful lifestyles, malnutrition, lack of sleep or other chronic diseases may have weakened immune systems. Adults who have close contact with people infected with HFMD, such as caring for sick children or working in a heavily infected environment, are also at increased risk of infection. Another major way for adults to contract HFMD is by contact with objects or surfaces contaminated with the virus in crowded places such as public transportation, gyms or public swimming pools.

Reduced immunity in adults may make them more susceptible to HFMD. Adults with stressful lifestyles, malnutrition, lack of sleep or other chronic diseases may have weakened immune systems. Adults who have close contact with people infected with HFMD, such as caring for sick children or working in a heavily infected environment, are also at increased risk of infection. Another major way for adults to contract HFMD is by contact with objects or surfaces contaminated with the virus in crowded places such as public transportation, gyms or public swimming pools.

To prevent adults from contracting hand, foot and mouth disease, it is recommended to maintain good personal hygiene and wash hands frequently, especially after contact with public facilities. When symptoms occur, such as fever, sore throat and rash, seek medical attention as soon as possible and avoid close contact with others. Adults should pay attention to improving immunity and stay healthy through a proper diet, adequate sleep and moderate exercise. Using disinfectant to clean objects and surfaces that may have come into contact with the virus at work or in public places is also an effective preventive measure.