Good evening. My daughters had hand foot and mouth beginning last week, so about 12 days now for the earliest. My question is not about them really. My husband nor I have gotten the virus, at least we have shown no symptoms. However I work with a woman who is 8 months pregnant and is afraid to be near me or touch anything I have touched, for fear of her baby getting it.  Should I keep my distance from her if I have no symptoms? I keep reading different lengths that the virus can be alive and that Lysol does not kill it.  My kids seem fine, that have gone back to daycare. Can I give it to this girl? If I go to my primary doctor  can they test me to see if I have it? I need to do something to be sure I can be at work. In need of advice! Sincerely, stressed out!
Hi and thank you so much for this query. I am so sorry to hear about this fifth disease that your daughter has. It is a contagious disease caused by a virus. It would have been advisable to avoid too much contact with her during this time. There is no need to go and get tested for this condition a there is no Chat Doctor.  The system is what masterminds and quarantine the virus. If you have no manifestations, you have nothing to worry about. I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarification if need be, and I will gladly respond to.