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1st suspected case of MIS-C
1st suspected case of MIS-C
MILWAUKEE -- A new inflammatory syndrome associated with COVID-19 that has been seen in children in other states and counties has now made its way to Wisconsin.
Children’s Wisconsin has identified the state's first suspected cases of Multi-System Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). These seven cases have been reported to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS). So far, five children have been discharged from the hospital -- two remain hospitalized in good condition.
As COVID-19 continues to infect people, a byproduct of the disease is now attacking children. Doctors at Children's Wisconsin say similar to Kawasaki Disease, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome (MIS-C) is a rare and inflammatory response that causes swelling in different organs -- including the heart, lungs, kidneys, brain, skin, eyes or gastrointestinal organs. The sickness seems to affect kids who have evidence of a current or recent COVID-19 infection or exposure.
Right now, there is no test for the syndrome. Doctors say MIS-C can be difficult to diagnose -- and the symptoms can be serious. They include persistent high fever, abdominal pain, rash, red eyes, difficulty breathing, nausea, vomiting, changes in behavior, lethargy or generally feeling ill.
Health officials say right now, they are seeing children from under the age of 5 to teenagers who are being diagnosed with the disease. Similar to COVID-19, MIS-C seems to affect the African American population a little more severely.
Most kids do recover with medical care. But of course, prevention is being urged. That means continuing to social distance, practice good hand hygiene, and wearing masks when appropriate.
If you suspect your child may have MIS-C, contact your physician as quickly as possible. You can even talk to the pediatric care providers at Children's Wisconsin through their online urgent care video visits.
Children's Wisconsin said the following in a news release: