Stevens-Johnson syndrome

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• Synonyms

  • SJS

• Causes

  • Erythema multiforme
  • Sulphonamide
  • Penicillin
  • Herpes simplex virus
  • Orf
  • Lamotrigine
  • Piroxicam
  • Allopurinol
  • 5-aminosalicylic acid
  • Carbamazepine
  • HLA-B58

• Effects

  • Fever
  • Arthralgia
  • Myalgia
  • Interstitial pneumonitis
  • Mucosal erosion
  • Bulla

• Parents

  • Drug induced skin disease
  • Conjunctivitis
  • Ten serious rashes