Systemically induced vasculitis in children.
Vascular diseases can be quite grave in children. Common diseases in children that cause a generalized vasculitis include Kawasaki disease, Henoch-Schonlein purpura, and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Rheumatic fever, though preventable, is increasing in incidence and may cause arteritis, and therefore is discussed as a vascular disease. Developmental considerations should be considered when providing adequate care. Play therapy is a crucial part of every day in a child's life, even when ill with a vascular illness. Play helps a child gain control over the stress of a serious illness and hospitalization.
D002648:Child; D002657:Child Development; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010290:Parents / Q000193:education; D010989:Play Therapy; D014657:Vasculitis / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000451:nursing / Q000523:psychology