Is there a link between Kawasaki's disease as a child, cardiomyopathy, and arthritis as an adult?
Q: Kawasaki disease and arthritis.
Answers (1)
11/14/09 2:29pm
Hi Sue,
Here is a link to information on kawasaki disease - http://www.healthcentral.com/mhc/top/000989.html
It is possible for this disease to be linked to heart conditions and arthritis later in life. I recommend discussing your situation with your physician.
All the best,
Lisa Nelson RD
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Thanks Lisa. My son had Kawasaki disease at age 2, then Legg-Perthes disease at age 5. He is now 23 and has mild cardiomyopathy and now is complaing of joint aches and pains. I have always suspected that all of this is related. He currently doesn't have a cardiologist that we can talk to, but I'm thinking he may need to establish contact with one. I appreciate your input.