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Kawasaki Disease
- Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
- Symptoms & Signs
- Diagnosis & Tests
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Diagnosis & Tests
How is the disease diagnosed?
Diagnosis of Kawasaki's disease begins with a medical history and physical exam. This disease is hard to diagnose. It is fairly rare and resembles common childhood infections. When a child fails to get better with antibiotics, a healthcare provider often begins to suspect this disease.
Because it resembles other infections, various blood tests may be done to help rule out other conditions. These tests include:
Additional tests may be done, such as: