Question
A 6-year-old boy experienced an unusual itching in his elbow and knee joints a year ago, with no external symptoms. What did the doctor think it was?
Answer
The doctor believed it was growing pains.
Question
In November this year, he had a continuous fever for four times, with an ESR of 105 and no dilatation of the coronary artery. What disease was he diagnosed with?
Answer
Based on the symptoms and examination results, he was diagnosed with Kawasaki disease.
Question
After taking medication, does he need to continue taking it?
Answer
The decision to continue taking medication should be made under a doctor’s guidance based on the recovery situation.
Question
What are the symptoms of Kawasaki disease?
Answer
The symptoms of Kawasaki disease include high fever and skin desquamation.
Question
What are the outcomes for most children with Kawasaki disease?
Answer
Most children with Kawasaki disease recover without serious complications.
Question
What treatment methods are available if diagnosed as Kawasaki disease within 10 days of onset?
Answer
If diagnosed as Kawasaki disease within 10 days of onset, the use of serum immunoglobulin and high-dose aspirin is effective.
Question
What should be done if it exceeds 10 days?
Answer
If it exceeds 10 days, the treatment effect is usually poor, even ineffective. It is best to take medication under a doctor’s guidance.