Kawasaki disease
Kawasaki disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
Category: General
Symptoms associated with Kawasaki disease
The following symptoms have been associated with Kawasaki disease in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Abdominal pain
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) and perc...
Arthralgia
Joint pain....
Conjunctival hyperemia
Dilatation of the blood vessels of the conjunctiva leading to a red appearance of the sclera....
Diarrhea
Abnormally increased frequency (usually defined as three or more) loose or watery bowel movements a day....
Edema
An abnormal accumulation of fluid beneath the skin, or in one or more cavities of the body....
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Jaundice
Yellow pigmentation of the skin due to bilirubin, which in turn is the result of increased bilirubin concentra...
Migraine
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Nausea and vomiting
Nausea is a commonly encountered symptom that has been defined as an unpleasant painless subjective feeling th...
Pericarditis
Inflammation of the sac-like covering around the heart (pericardium)....
Recurrent pharyngitis
Increased susceptibility to pharyngitis, as manifested by recurrent episodes of pharyngeal infection that are ...
Skin rash
A red eruption of the skin....
Tests used to investigate Kawasaki disease
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Kawasaki disease. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kawasaki disease?
Kawasaki disease is a health condition described in medical literature. Kawasaki disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
What are the symptoms of Kawasaki disease?
Kawasaki disease is associated with 13 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Abdominal pain, Arthralgia, Conjunctival hyperemia, Diarrhea, Edema, Fatigue. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Kawasaki disease diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Kawasaki disease include CBC with Differential, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Urinalysis. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Kawasaki disease, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.