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Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) is a rare, serious disorder of the skin and mucous membranes. It's usually a reaction to medication that starts with flu-like symptoms, followed by a painful rash that spreads and blisters. Then the top layer of affected skin dies, sheds and begins to heal after several days.
Stevens-Johnson syndrome is a medical emergency that usually requires hospitalization. Treatment focuses on removing the cause, caring for wounds, controlling pain and minimizing ...
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One to three days before a rash develops, you may show early signs of Stevens-Johnson syndrome, including:
As the condition develops, other signs and symptoms include:
Stevens-Johnson syndrome is a rare and unpredictable illness. Your health care provider may not be able to identify its exact cause, but usually the condition is triggered by medication, an infection or both. You may react to medication while you're using it or up to two weeks after you've stopped using it.
Drugs that can cause Stevens-Johnson syndrome include:
Infections that can cause Stevens-Johnson syndrome include pneumonia and HIV....
Treating Stevens-Johnson syndrome requires hospitalization, possibly in an intensive care unit or a burn unit. Stopping nonessential medications The first and most important step in treating Stevens-Johnson syndrome is to stop taking any medications that may be causing it. If you're taking more than one drug, it may be hard to tell which drug is causing the problem. So your health care provider may have you stop taking all nonessential medications. Supportive care Supportive care you're likely to receive while in the hospital incl...
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