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Kawasaki Disease: Mikhail, son of standup comedian and ‘Bigg Boss 17’ winner Munawar Faruqui, had Kawasaki disease. This disease was detected when he was one and a half years old. Recently in an interview, he talked openly about it and also appeared emotional. Munavvar told that when his son needed treatment, he did not have money.

Each injection used to cost Rs 25 thousand but only Rs 700 were available with them. He told that when the son did not get well for two-three days, he was taken to the hospital where he was diagnosed with Kawasaki disease. At that time the whole family was mentally very disturbed because the conditions at home were also not good at that time. In such a situation, let us know what this disease is and what danger it can pose to children…

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what is kawasaki disease

Kawasaki Disease is a rare disease, which affects the arteries of the heart of children. In America and Canada, out of every 100,000 children under 5 years of age, 10 to 20 are suffering from this disease. Kawasaki disease is also called Kawasaki syndrome. Due to this, swelling of blood vessels starts. These vessels become weak and expand. In such a condition, there is a danger of it bursting or shrinking. Children between the age of 6 months to 5 years are most vulnerable to Kawasaki disease.

How dangerous is Kawasaki disease?

Although this disease can affect the arteries, but the biggest danger is the problems occurring in the coronary arteries. They supply blood to the heart. Heart related problems can occur in children due to coronary arteries.

Symptoms of Kawasaki Disease

1. Fever of more than 102.2 degrees Fahrenheit for five or more days.

2. Rashes and rashes on private parts or other parts of the body

3. Swelling of lymph nodes

4. Redness in the eyes

5. Swelling of tongue

cause of kawasaki disease

The cause of Kawasaki disease is not completely clear yet. Some experts believe that this disease can occur after bacterial or viral infection. There may be some environmental factors for this also. This disease can also be genetic in some children. This disease spreads more rapidly in late winter and early spring. Boys are more likely to suffer from this disease as compared to girls.

What is the treatment for this disease

Doctors treat children suffering from Kawasaki disease with the help of some medicines and injections. However, this can only be done to control its symptoms. This disease can recur in 2-3 percent cases. This is why doctors recommend regular checkups.

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