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Pediatric Multi-system Inflammatory Syndrome: What is Pediatric Multi-system Inflammatory Syndrome? Multi-system inflammatory syndrome is a newly described condition in children of all ages caused by an inflammatory reaction in the body. It may develop in response to a viral illness. Common symptoms that have been reported include: ? ?Fever higher than 101F that lasts for a few days ?? ?Rash over the whole body ?? ?Bright red eyes ?? ?Swollen hands and feet and red palms and soles ?? ?Red surfaces of the inside of the mouth ?? ?A swollen lymph node or gland on one side of the neck ?? ?Red chapped lips that may crack and bleed ?? ?Persistent vomiting and diarrhea ?? ?Breathing difficulty or gasping breaths ?? ?Confusion or disorientation ?? ?Severe headache ?? ?Extreme weakness and/or inability to walk or stand ?? ?Excessive irritability or lethargy (not responding appropriately, not fully awakening) ?? ?Joint pain or swelling ?How are COVID-19 and Pediatric Multi-system InflammatorySyndrome possibly connected? It’s not yet fully clear. Doctors in hospitals across the country have seen an uptick in pediatric multi-system inflammatory syndrome shortly after the pandemic peaked. The timing of this unusual cluster of ill children in the midst of the current global pandemic raises the possibility that this syndrome may be caused by an overactive immune response to this new virus. What should I do? If your child develops any of the symptoms above, you should consult your pediatrician. You should know that early detection is critical. If your child looks particularly ill, consult your pediatrician or bring your child to an emergency room. The sooner a child with this syndrome is treated by specialists that care for these children, the better the outcome. ................
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