Kawasaki Disease

Home Treatment

Home treatment generally is not appropriate for children with Kawasaki disease. Treatment starts in the hospital and then is followed by long-term ASA therapy, which may be given at home.

If your child has symptoms of Kawasaki disease, seek medical attention immediately. Early diagnosis and treatment often prevent life-threatening problems.

If your child has been diagnosed with Kawasaki disease, it is important to follow up with your doctor. An echocardiogram may be done at 2 to 3 weeks and 6 to 8 weeks after the illness to check for aneurysms.

Seek emergency care if your child has been diagnosed with heart problems (coronary artery problems) and has chest pain, is short of breath, faints, or has a lack of energy.

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Author:	Debby Golonka, MPH	Last Updated: April 6, 2007
Medical Review:	Michael J. Sexton, MD - Pediatrics Stanford T. Shulman, MD - Pediatrics
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