Stevens-Johnson Dyndrome

Stevens-Johnson Syndrome is a rare and serious disorder of the skin and mucous membrane which is usually cause by an reaction to a medication or an infection. It is a emergency case and needs treatment that requires hospitalization. Treatment regimen focuses on controlling symptoms and minimizing complications.

Symptoms:

• Hives
• Facial swelling
• Tongue swelling
• Red or purple skin rash 
• Shedding of the skin
• Blisters on the skin or mucous membrane of the nose, mouth, eyes and genitals
• Fever
• Body weakness
• Sore mouth or throat

Causes:

• Medications such as: anti-gout medications (allopurinol); Acetaminophen, ibuprofen and naproxen sodium; Antibiotics like penicillin; Antipsychotics and anticonvulsants; Radition theraphy
• Infections such as Pneumonia; HIV; Herpes or Hepatitis

Complications:

• Permanent skin damage
• Eye problems and internal organs
• cellulitis
• Blood infection or sepsis