The coronary artery is very essential as it supplies oxygen-rich blood to the heart. Kawasaki disease causes inflammation of the coronary artery. A child with this disease will have a fever of more than 39 degrees Celcius for more than five days along with the symptoms such as genital rash, enlarged lymph node of the neck, red eyes, and swollen and red skin of the palms. A doctor usually deals with the symptoms with appropriate medications and an infusion of immune protein.
Kidney Involvement in Kawasaki Disease
Kidney involvement in Kawasaki disease is a common phenomenon. Its etiology is unknown.
Exploring Childhood Vasculitis: Types, Risk Factors, and Prognosis
Children, rarely, have an immune system that attacks their own blood vessels. Read which doctor to consult, diagnosis, and treatment.
Ocular Manifestations of Kawasaki Disease
The ocular signs of KD are bilateral bulbar conjunctivitis without exudate, superficial punctate keratitis, uveitis, or vitreous opacities.
Kawasaki Disease - Causes, Symptoms, Complications, and Diagnosis
Kawasaki disease is a condition causing inflammation of blood vessels in children. Read this article for more details.
