Sri Lanka, May 21 -- With the outbreak of the Corona pandemic, the disease has garnered much attention owing to its possible link to a strange mysterious inflammatory syndrome affecting young children lately, very similar to the Kawasaki disease. Hence, today's Health Capsule will focus on what Kawasaki disease is and how it affects the health of young children. Explaining the various intricacies of the disease, Consultant Paediatrician at the Lady Ridgeway Hospital for Children Dr. Deepal Perera says that more than 10-15 patients with Kawasaki are reported to the Lady Ridgeway Hospital every year.

What is Kawasaki disease?

Kawasaki is an auto immune disease without a known cause, generally followed by a viral disease/ diseases. Accordi...