Kawasaki disease is an illness of young children causing prolonged fever, rash and red eyes, with inflammation of blood vessels. Prompt diagnosis and treatment protect the heart.
This is a childhood emergency
Kawasaki disease can affect a child's heart. A fever lasting more than five days with these signs needs urgent hospital assessment — take your child to a hospital or paediatric emergency now.
Symptoms & signs
Signs of Kawasaki Disease can vary from person to person. Common ones include:
Fever lasting more than five days
Red eyes and cracked red lips
Rash and swollen hands or feet
Swollen neck lymph nodes
When to seek emergency care
Fever lasting more than five days
Red eyes and cracked red lips
Rash and swollen hands or feet
Irritability or a swollen neck gland
Treatment approach
Kawasaki disease is diagnosed and treated in hospital, where prompt treatment greatly lowers the risk of heart complications. It is not a condition to manage at home or online. A dermatologist may help recognise the skin and mucous-membrane signs, but urgent paediatric and hospital care comes first.
What to expect
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Assessment
Dr. Maharania examines the affected area and asks about your history, triggers and any treatments you've already tried.
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Diagnosis
A clear diagnosis — with simple tests only if needed — so treatment targets the real cause, not just the symptoms.
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Personalised plan
A treatment plan suited to your skin type, the severity, and your daily routine — explained in plain language.
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Follow-up
Review visits or WhatsApp check-ins to fine-tune the plan and track your progress over time.
Frequently asked questions
Is Kawasaki Disease a medical emergency?+
Yes. Kawasaki disease is a childhood emergency that can affect the heart. A fever lasting more than five days with these signs needs urgent hospital assessment — do not wait for an online reply.
What should I do right now?+
If symptoms are severe, spreading, or affecting your breathing, swallowing or general health, go to the nearest hospital or call emergency services. For mild or already-healed cases, you can book a consultation to plan further care.
Can Dr. Maharania help after the urgent phase?+
Yes. Once the acute episode has been treated, Dr. Maharania can support skin recovery, help identify the trigger, document medicines to avoid where relevant, and reduce the chance of it happening again.
Where can I get help?+
For emergencies, go to the nearest hospital or call local emergency services. For follow-up and non-urgent skin care, consult Dr. Kailash Maharania at Vaishali Nagar, Jaipur or at Jhunjhunu.