A male with classical or atypical Kawasaki Disease may present with changes involving the scrotum. Making the diagnosis is important to avoid inappropriate management.
Scrotal manifestations of Kawasaki's disease may include:
(1) acute scrotum (pain and tenderness)
(2) hydrocele
Diagnosis:
(1) presence of one or both scrotal changes
(2) presence of other features of classic or atypical Kawasaki Disease
(3) absence of alternative diagnosis that can explain the findings
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