What is kawasaki's disease?

Kawasaki Disease is an illness that involves the skin, mouth, and lymph nodes, and typically affects children who are under the age of 5. The cause of Kawasaki Disease is unknown, but if the symptoms are recognized early, kids with the disease can fully recover within a few days. If it goes untreated, it can lead to serious complications that can involve the heart. Try here for more:

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Dear Anna

In answer to your question regarding Kawasaki Disease, this condition is medically defined as follows:-

An acute childhood illness that affects many systems in the body. It is also called [ Mucocutaneous Lymph Node Syndrome ]. The condition was first observed in Japan in the 1960's. It is becoming increasingly common in western countries. Kawasaki disease usually occurs in the first two years of life. The cause is unknown.

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This is a reply to mrvavavoom, Do u think that Kawasaki's Disease is a joke. My daughter was diagnosed with it last yr in June and only I can say what it felt like to be a parent and watch your child go through that hell..
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