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Kawasaki Syndrome Pictures

What is Kawasaki Syndrome ?

Kawasaki syndrome ( also known as Kawasaki Disease) is a rare illness in children that is caused by the inflammation of the blood vessels.

The symptoms of Kawasaki syndrome are listed below:

An unrelenting fever, with body temperatures as high as 105 degree F, that lasts for at least five continuous weeks is a classic symptom of Kawasaki syndrome.
The whites of the eyes are bloodshot red caused due to inflammation. The redness of the eyes are similar to conjunctivitis but without drainage or pus
The middle part of the body has rashes which are not like blisters
A strawberry like tongue or a white coating on the tongue or visible bumps at the back end of the tongue which are red in color
The lips are chapped, cracked and bright red in color
The oral mucous membranes are red in color
Increased swelling or inflammation of the hands and feet
The soles of the feet and the palms are red in color
Inflammation or increased swelling of the lymph nodes especially in the area around the neck. Also, there is a tendency for only one lymph node to be swollen.
Increased Irritability
There is peeling of the skin on the hands and the feet mainly around the soles, palms and nails. The genital area is also affected by skin peeling.
Gastrointestinal abnormalities like vomiting, diarrhea and pain in the abdomen
A runny nose usually accompanied with cough
Frequent swelling and pain in the joints on either side of the body.

There is not much that is known about the causes of Kawasaki syndrome disease.

Toxins and microorganisms may cause the disease but none have been found or identified till now.
The immune system and genetic factors may be responsible for causing Kawasaki syndrome as well but it has not been proved as yet.

Instant hospitalization is required for children with Kawasaki disease.
The treatment involves high doses of aspirin or salicylic acid to mildly dilate blood and prevent clot formation as well as to reduce inflammation.
In addition, gamma globulin intravenously administered along with fluids.
Anti-inflammatory medications are used to treat persistent pain in the joints.