What are the symptoms of kawasaki disease?

Symptoms of KAWASAKI DISEASE are: (1) Skin abnormality. (2) Fever. (3) Bloodshot eyes. (4) Swollen lymph nodes, usually small swellings at the neck, armpits, groin and behind the ears. (5) Mouth pain. (6) Skin redness or red bumpy rashes. (7) Spots in mouth. (8) Redness around BCG / tuberculosis vaccination site. (9) Lip redness. (10) Lip sores or erosions. (11) Swelling of any body part

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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022

What is kawasaki disease?

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.

Symptoms of kawasaki disease

Skin abnormality
Fever
Bloodshot eyes
Swollen lymph nodes, usually small swellings at the neck, armpits, groin and behind the ears
Mouth pain
Skin redness or red bumpy rashes
Spots in mouth
Redness around BCG / tuberculosis vaccination site

Questions your doctor may ask to check for kawasaki disease

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 pain inside your mouth?

Treatment for kawasaki disease

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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