Alcohol is generally not allowed in HFMD. HFMD is an acute infectious disease caused by an enterovirus infection, and although children under the age of 5 are the primary susceptible population, a small percentage of adults may be affected. For HFMD patients, it is important to stay away from alcohol during the illness. In patients with HFMD, alcohol can cause irritation of the lesions and aggravate the discomfort caused by herpes and ulcers on the mucous membranes of the mouth. In severe cases, neurological symptoms such as headaches and vomiting may occur, and drinking alcohol may cause further damage to the nervous system, aggravating the condition. In addition, patients with HFMD often need to use medication for treatment, drinking alcohol may affect the effectiveness of the medication, or even cause the adverse effects of the medication to worsen, and may even cause some toxic reactions. During the treatment of HFMD, you need to stay away from alcohol and follow the doctor’s instructions for standardized treatment in order to have a chance to cure the disease.