Kawasaki Disease

Kawasaki disease is a rare condition that causes swelling and inflammation of the walls of the blood vessels (vasculitis). It also affect the mucous membranes, lymph nodes, skin, and the heart. It is important to treat Kawasaki disease as soon as possible to help prevent lasting damage.

CAUSES
The cause is not known.

RISK FACTORS
• Being under five years old.
• Being of Asian descent.
• Being a boy.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
Symptoms for Kawasaki disease occur in phases. The first phase includes a fever that lasts for at least five days. The first phase may also include:
• Very red eyes.
• Red, cracked, or chapped lips.
• Swollen, red hands and feet.
• Sore throat.
• Red, swollen tongue.
• Skin rash.
• Swollen lymph