Stevens-Johnson syndrome

Description

A rare, serious disorder of the skin and mucous membranes.

Overview

Stevens-Johnson syndrome is a serious disorder of the skin and mucous membranes. A medical emergency, it's often a reaction to medicine or an infection.

Symptoms

Flu-like symptoms appear first. A painful rash that spreads and blisters follows.

Treatments

Emergency treatment aims to eliminate the underlying cause and control symptoms and complications.