What are the symptoms of Kawasaki disease?
Sep 29, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhou Xiaofeng
Introduction
Kawasaki disease generally refers to mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome, an autoimmune disorder characterized primarily by systemic vasculitis. Symptoms include persistent high fever, rash, bilateral conjunctival congestion, changes in oral mucosa, and cervical lymphadenopathy. If symptoms related to mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome occur, prompt medical attention is recommended to avoid delays in diagnosis and treatment.
Kawasaki disease generally refers to mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome, an autoimmune disorder characterized primarily by systemic vasculitis. Its symptoms include persistent high fever, rash, bilateral conjunctival congestion, changes in oral mucosa, and cervical lymphadenopathy.
1. Persistent high fever: Systemic vasculitis causes inflammatory responses that disrupt the function of the body's temperature regulation center, leading to high fever.
2. Rash: Patients may develop red rashes, typically beginning on the trunk and spreading to the extremities, especially the palms and soles.
3. Bilateral conjunctival congestion: Vasculitis leads to dilation and congestion of conjunctival blood vessels, resulting in redness of both eyes, usually without discharge.
4. Changes in oral mucosa: Mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome triggers inflammatory reactions in the oral mucosa and salivary glands, causing symptoms such as cracked lips, strawberry tongue, and oral mucosal erythema.
5. Cervical lymphadenopathy: Swelling of cervical lymph nodes is common, often unilateral or bilateral non-suppurative enlargement, feeling soft and mobile upon palpation.
If symptoms related to mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome occur, prompt medical attention is recommended to avoid delays in diagnosis and treatment.
