Stevens-Johnson syndrome
Stevens-Johnson syndrome is a rare, serious disease that affects the skin and mucous membranes It is usually a reaction to medication or an infection Stevens-Johnson syndrome often begins with flu-like symptoms, followed by a painful red or purplish discharge that spreads and forms blisters. After that, the damaged surface layer of the skin dies and peels off
Stevens-Johnson syndrome requires urgent hospitalization The goal of treatment is to eliminate the underlying cause, control symptoms, and minimize complications
Stevens-Johnson syndrome takes anywhere from a few weeks to a few months to heal, depending on the severity of the condition. If Stevens-Johnson syndrome is caused by medication, you will need to stay off that medication and similar medications for the rest of your life.
Stevens-Johnson syndrome is a rare and unexpected reaction A doctor may not be able to determine the exact cause, but the trigger for the condition is often a medication or an infection
Medications and therapeutic causes Medications that can cause Stevens-Johnson syndrome:
- Gout medications such as allopurinol
- Pain relievers such as
Signs and symptoms of Stevens-Johnson syndrome include:
- Swelling of the face
- Swelling of the tongue
- Hives
- Skin pain
- A red or purple rash that spreads over several hours or days
- Elderly Get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs and symptoms:
- Unexplained widespread skin rash
- Swelling of the face
- Rashes on the skin and mucous membranes
- Hives
- Swollen tongue
- Red or
