What causes Kawasaki disease?

Kawasaki disease, also known as mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome, is an acute systemic vascular inflammatory disease. Its exact cause is still unclear, but possible factors include infection, abnormal immune response, genetic susceptibility, and possible triggering environmental factors.

1. Infection: Various pathogens such as hemolytic streptococci and Epstein-Barr virus are believed to be related to the onset of Kawasaki disease. These pathogens may stimulate the body to produce abnormal immune responses, leading to vascular inflammation and damage.

2. Abnormal immune response: Abnormal immune response of the body also plays an important role in the onset of Kawasaki disease, including imbalance of T cell subpopulations and excessive secretion of immune active substances.

3. Genetic susceptibility: There is a certain family clustering phenomenon among patients with Kawasaki disease, suggesting that genetic factors may play a role in the occurrence of the disease.

4. Environmental factors: Chemicals, environmental pollution, etc. may also be related to the onset of Kawasaki disease, although their specific mechanism of action is not yet fully understood.

When preventing and treating Kawasaki disease, it is necessary to pay attention to adequate nutritional intake, especially foods rich in vitamins and proteins, to improve the body's immunity. At the same time, maintaining a good living habit and mentality, and actively participating in physical exercise can also help enhance the body's resistance. For patients who have been diagnosed with Kawasaki disease, they should receive regular doctor's examinations and treatment to maintain good health.