Kawasaki Disease (KD) is the leading cause of acquired heart disease in children
Early Treatment is Key
Kawasaki Disease (KD)
Kawasaki Disease has a range of symptoms – affected children may develop a persistent high fever (for five days or more), rash, swollen glands, red eyes, red and dry cracked lips, red “strawberry tongue”, and swelling of the hands and feet.
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SYMPTOMS
Kawasaki Disease is an inflammatory condition and categorised as a type of vasculitis that affects the arteries of the body.
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TREATMENT
If children are treated within 10 days of the first onset of symptoms then they have a greater chance of a full recovery with no long term damage to their coronary arteries or heart.
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KD & THE HEART
Listen to Dr Burgner, Dr Chen, and KD parents talk about the impact of Kawasaki Disease.
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Kawasaki Disease Foundation
The KD Foundation Australia strives to raise awareness of this serious illness to increase early detection and treatment for children. The Foundation also provides much needed support for affected families.
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We are always looking for volunteers. If you would like to join the Foundation or help out in any way please contact us.
