Three patients at Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital have been diagnosed with a toxic-shock syndrome that is likely associated with Covid-19.
A Yale New Haven Hospital spokesperson made that announcement in a Monday afternoon email press release.
The email states that the three child patients represent the first in the state to be diagnosed with Pediatric Multi-System Inflammatory Syndrome.
“Unfortunately, this disease carries features of toxic shock syndrome and elements of Kawasaki Disease and strikes school-aged children. While these cases are exceptionally rare, given our proximity to New York, where there have been a significant number reported, we have been watching their experience closely,” Clifford Bogue, physician-in-chief of YNHCH, is quoted as saying in the release.
“We are working diligently with local and state health officials to address this issue and strongly recommend that children who may be suffering from symptoms seek early referrals to pediatric infectious disease specialists, rheumatologists or cardiologists.”
The email states that symptoms of Pediatric Multi-System Inflammatory Syndrome include a persistent fever, rash, vomiting, and diarrhea. Patients can also suffer from cardiac inflammation.
“If your child is experiencing any of these symptoms, please call your pediatrician for advice.”
A handful of children in New York have died from the toxic-shock syndrome, and dozens more have been sickened.