Patient's question:
Recently, I don't know why I've been feeling discomfort in my heart. Although I take medication regularly to control it, the effect isn't very noticeable. When I went to the hospital for a check-up, they also prescribed medication. Could you please tell me which department does Kawasaki disease belong to?Doctor's answer:
Hello, Kawasaki disease is also known as mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome. This disease is a type of vasculitis, and you can go to the Rheumatology and Immunology Department of the Provincial Children's Hospital for follow-up treatment. The main treatment involves corticosteroid drugs, intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG), and salicylate preparations. Additionally, if the temperature is below 38.5°C, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or acetaminophen-based medications may also be used to reduce fever.