Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children
(MIS-C)

Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital is prepared to treat symptoms associated with Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), a new health condition associated with COVID-19. It is a rare condition, but children can become seriously ill.

What is Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome (MIS-C)?

Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C) is a condition in which different body parts can become inflamed, including the heart, lungs, kidneys, brain, skin, eyes or gastrointestinal organs.

What causes MIS-C?

The cause of MIS-C is not yet known. However, many children with MIS-C had the virus that causes COVID-19, or have been around someone with COVID-19, according for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

How serious is MIS-C?

MIS-C can be serious, even deadly, but most children who are diagnosed with this condition have gotten better with medical care.

What do I do if I think my child has MISC-C?

Contact your child’s healthcare provider right away if your child is showing symptoms of MIS-C:

• Fever
• Abdominal pain
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Neck pain
• Rash
• Bloodshot eyes
• Feeling extra tired

Not all children will have the same symptoms.

Seek emergency care right away if your child is showing any of these emergency warning signs of MIS-C or other concerning signs:

• Trouble breathing
• Pain or pressure in the chest that does not go away
• New confusion
• Inability to wake or stay awake
• Bluish lips or face Severe abdominal pain