MIS-C, which stands for Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome or multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children, is a complication of COVID-19. MIS-C has a variety of symptoms and affects several organs and systems in the body.
Quoted from the CDC website, Wednesday (19/1/2022) MIS itself is a rare but serious condition associated with COVID-19 in which various parts of the body become inflamed, including the heart, lungs, kidneys, brain, skin, eyes, or other organs. digestion. MIS can affect children (MIS-C) as well as adults (MIS-A).
MIS-C and MIS-A are similar in many ways. However, MIS-C is more common than MIS-A. Some children with MIS-C have toxic shock syndrome or Kawasaki disease, in which the coronary arteries enlarge or form aneurysms.
Reason
The causes of MIS-C are not yet fully understood. But some researchers suspect, MIS-C is caused by a delayed immune response to the Corona virus.
Gradually, this leads to organ-damaging inflammation. In addition, antibodies made by children's bodies against viruses can also trigger this disease. There is also a suggestion that MIS-C could be caused by genetic factors.
Symptoms of MIS-C
Symptoms of MIS-C are different for each child. However, the main symptom to look out for is a persistent fever, which lasts more than 24 hours. This disease can also make the child look tired and lethargic, have a rash, red eyes, stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea, or loss of appetite or not drinking. Here are some common symptoms of MIS-C:
Fever that lasts 24 hours or more
Throw up
Diarrhea
Pain in the stomach
skin rash
Feeling so tired
Fast heart rate
Quick breath
Red eye
Redness or swelling of the lips and tongue
Redness or swelling in the hands or feet
Headache, dizziness or lightheadedness
Enlarged lymph nodes.
Children with MIS-C condition require careful observation. Some need to be hospitalized, and a small number may require intensive care. Pediatric specialists in infectious diseases, rheumatology, critical care, and cardiology can anticipate and treat many aspects of illness.
Treatment for this condition includes anticoagulation to curb blood clotting, IV immunoglobulins (to treat Kawasaki disease), and anti-inflammatory drugs (corticosteroids, and drugs that block IL-1 or IL-6). Other treatments that can be done will depend on the results of laboratory tests.
MIS-C Pencegahan Prevention
The best way to help prevent your child from getting MIS-C is to take action to avoid exposure to the COVID-19 virus. Here are the MIS-C precautions:
Keep hands clean. Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol
Avoid people who are sick. In particular, avoid people who are coughing, sneezing, or showing other signs that indicate they have an illness and are contagious
Maintain social distance, at least be at a distance of 2 meters from other people when outside the house
Wear a cloth face mask in public. When it is difficult to practice social distancing, wear a face mask that covers the nose and mouth
Avoid touching your nose, eyes and mouth. Encourage the child to follow our instructions so as not to touch his face
Cover your mouth with a tissue or elbow when sneezing or coughing
Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily, including in areas of the home such as doorknobs, light switches, remotes, handles, tables, chairs, keyboards, faucets, sinks, and toilets
Wash clothes and other items as needed, if necessary with warm water.