Patient's question:
My baby has had a fever for several days and was diagnosed with Kawasaki disease by the hospital. However, after researching the symptoms of Kawasaki disease, I found significant discrepancies. Many of the main symptoms are absent. I took blood tests: white blood cell count was 22.64, lymphocyte count was 8.90, monocyte count was 1.36, neutrophil count was 11.68, basophil count was 0.38, and total platelet count was 520, with a platelet volume of 0.399. The fever is not constant throughout the day; it occurs after waking up each morning, ranging between 37 and 38 degrees Celsius. Last night, it reached 39 degrees Celsius. What treatment should be administered?Doctor's answer:
Kawasaki disease was previously known as acute febrile mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome. It is a childhood illness characterized by high fever and rapid onset, primarily affecting small blood vessels (small veins and small arteries) throughout the body. If you suspect Kawasaki disease, it is essential to seek treatment at a reputable hospital. Regular check-ups at the hospital to monitor coronary artery conditions are necessary. Kawasaki disease is not inherently, but the lack of accurate diagnosis and delayed treatment can be dangerous. (Many children are misdiagnosed with pneumonia or viral), leading to coronary artery dilation or aneurysms, which increases the difficulty of treatment.