What is the treatment of Kawasaki disease?
Early treatment in Kawasaki’s disease is essential. Intravenous Immunoglobulin (IVIG) may be given to bring down fever and prevent heart disease. Aspirin may be given for a long time to prevent formation of clot in coronary artery and prevent heart attacks. A child with Kawasaki’s disease may need to be monitored with regular heart scans to check for reversibility of changes and also to see if the lesions are worsening. How can Kawasaki disease be prevented? There is no specific method by which Kawasaki’s disease can be prevented. Are there any vaccines to prevent Kawasaki disease? There is no vaccine to prevent Kawasaki disease.
