Kawasaki Disease Quiz
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Tatsuya Shiraishi, MD (Cardiology)
Dr. Shiraishi graduated from the Kyoto University School of Medicine. He worked as a cardiologist at Edogawa Hospital, and after joining Ubie, he became the Director of East Nihonbashi Internal Medicine Clinic.
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There are places where skin is in trouble
Area of skin feels like it keeps getting poked by a needle
Skin plaque with irregular thickening on the lower back
Skin abnormalities from the wrist to tip of the finger
Pain or tingling in the affected areas of the skin
Rashes feel very sensitive and painful if pressed
Feels and looks like salt granules on scalp
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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
A disease caused by the body's immune system attacking the blood vessels. As such, Kawasaki disease requires hospitalization for treatment and ultrasound scans. Regular follow-up scans are also important to reduce the risk of future heart attacks.
Skin abnormality
Fever
Bloodshot eyes
Swollen lymph nodes, usually small swellings at the neck, armpits, groin and behind the ears
Skin over the entire body is red
Mouth pain
Skin redness or red bumpy rashes
Spots in mouth
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose kawasaki disease
Do you have any skin problems?
Do you have a fever?
Do you have bloodshot (red) eyes?
Do you feel your lymph nodes are swollen and enlarged?
Do you have skin redness over the whole body?
The standard treatment is with anti-inflammatory drugs. The doctor may recommend IVIG, a mixture of antibodies that will reduce heart inflammation. In the event of damage to the heart's blood vessels, lifelong follow-up with a heart specialist may be needed.
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Reviewed By:
Tatsuya Shiraishi, MD (Cardiology)
Dr. Shiraishi graduated from the Kyoto University School of Medicine. He worked as a cardiologist at Edogawa Hospital, and after joining Ubie, he became the Director of East Nihonbashi Internal Medicine Clinic.
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