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Stevens-Johnson Syndrome

Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) is a life-threatening skin disease that can cause rash, skin peeling, and sores on the mucous membranes. With Stevens-Johnson syndrome, a person has blistering of mucous membranes, typically in the mouth, eyes, and vagina, and patchy areas of rash. Stevens-Johnson syndrome has been classified as a severe expression of erythema multiforme (EM).Other symptoms and complications of SJS include:

permanent blindness

dry-eye syndrome

photophobia

lung damage

chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

asthma

permanent loss of nail beds

scarring of the esophagus and other mucous membranes

arthritis

chronic fatigue syndrome

While a small percentage of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome cases have been linked to bacterial infections and skin graft problems, the majority are caused by adverse drug reactions (ADRs). In an ADR, the drug acts as an allergen and causes the immune system to respond by producing antibodies and other disease fighting cells. These antibodies actually injure the surrounding cells and cause the physical symptoms of an allergic reaction.

Stevens-Johnson Syndrome is a life-threatening condition, yet it is often misdiagnosed and under-reported by many physicians. Emergency facilities and doctors often do not recognize the symptoms, causing a delay in treatment and increasing the harmful effects of the reaction. Complications from SJS can include blindness, dry-eye syndrome, esophagus and lung damage, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, arthritis, and chronic fatigue syndrome. In some SJS patients, their pores scar shut, causing them to retain heat. If left untreated, SJS can be fatal.

Once Stevens-Johnson Syndrome begins, there is no treatment to stop it. The only course of action is to treat the illness’ many symptoms. Since SJS victims often have serious blistering and ulceration, many SJS patients are referred to Burn Treatment Centers. Treatment consists of immediately ceasing use of the offending drug, maintaining fluids and electrolytes, caring for any mouth or eye lesions and providing proper nutrition. Steroids may also provide benefit, especially when given during the first week of the illness.

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