Pustular Eruption in Kawasaki Disease

A 4-year-old previously healthy boy presented to the emergency department for evaluation of 5 days of fever and 6 days of diffuse pustular rash. Three days prior, he had been evaluated by his pediatrician and started on azithromycin for streptococcal infection, diagnosed by positive rapid streptococcal testing. Dermatology was consulted to evaluate for possible acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP).
Source: The Journal of Pediatrics - Category: Pediatrics Authors: Tags: Rediscovering the Physical Exam Source Type: research