Patient's question:
Gender: MaleAge: 15 months
Rash appeared 4 days after fever
Dry, red lips
Swollen soles
Strawberry tongue
Started fevering at 39.5°C on April 10
Diagnosed with Kawasaki disease on April 16
Doctor's answer:
Due to the potential for severe cardiovascular complications associated with this disease, it is recommended that the nutritional deficiency in children is closely related to increased metabolic and consumption. It is important to strengthen gastrointestinal management and consume high-nutrient, easily digestible foods. It is advisable to prioritize high-calorie, high-protein, and high-vitamin liquid or semi-liquid diets, such as egg custard, fruit juice drinks, and soy milk. Avoid raw, hard, excessively hot, or spicy foods. During acute relapse, a small amount of liquid food and frequent meals should be the main focus. Nutritional supplements, such as fat emulsions and amino acids, may be necessary to ensure adequate nutrition intake, enhance the body's disease resistance, and promote early recovery from the illness.