Rheumatology Flashcards
1
Q
What is Kawasaki disease?
A
Type of vasculitis which is predominantly seen In children
2
Q
What are the features of Kawasaki?
A
High grade fever which lasts for >5days. Fever is characteristically resistant to antipyretic
Conjunctival injection
Bright red cracked lips
Strawberry tongue
Cervical lymphadenopathy
Red palms of the hands and soles of feet, which later peel.
3
Q
What is the management of Kawasaki disease?
A
High dose aspirin (one of the few indication for aspirin in children, due to the risk of Reyes , aspirin is normally contraindicated).
IV immunoglobulin
Echocardiogram (used for screening of coronary artery aneurysm)
