Menu Healthy Lifestyle Diseases & Conditions First Aid Symptoms Tests & Procedures Videos Definitions FAQs Kawasaki diseaseUpdated: 2017-06-13OverviewKawasaki disease causes inflammation in the walls of some blood vessels. It also affects lymph nodes, skin, and mucous membranes, such as inside the mouth. It's most common in infants and young children.SymptomsSigns include high fever and peeling skin.TreatmentsIt's usually treatable. Initial treatment is typically given in a hospital. © 1998-2022 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research(MFMER). All rights reserved. Terms of Use