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Statistics show that approximately 300 Americans are diagnosed with, and about 100,000 people die from Stevens Johnson Syndrome (SJS) each year. When the symptoms plague more than 30 percent of an individual's body surface area, the condition is referred to as Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis Syndrome (TENS).

Painful and life threatening, Stevens Johnson Syndrome is a severe condition in which a purplish rash and blisters appear on the skin and in the eyes, mouth and nose. The skin's outer layer separates from the lower layers as the cells begin to die, and the dead skin sheds (sloughs) off the body. Given the gravity of the condition, in order for patients to survive Stevens Johnson Syndrome, they need to be treated immediately.

Common Causes of Stevens Johnson Syndrome

While the cause of SJS cannot be determined in about 50 percent of all cases, the following factors have been linked to some cases of the condition:

• Certain types of cancer
• Radiation therapy or ultraviolet light treatments
• Allergic reactions to some medications, such as aspirin, ibuprofen, anti-seizure drugs, penicillin, anti-gout medications, etc.
• Use of cocaine
• Viral infections, such as herpes, HIV, diphtheria, typhoid, hepatitis and influenza.

Stevens Johnson Signs & Symptoms

Individuals who develop Stevens Johnson Syndrome may experience a range of debilitating and painful symptoms, including:

• Facial and tongue swelling
• Hives
• A rapidly spread, red or purple skin rash
• Severe skin pain
• Sloughing or shedding of the skin (as skin-cell death continues)
• Sore throat
• Worsening blisters that primarily affect the mucous membranes in the mouth, nose and eyes

While these symptoms can be seen on the outside of the body, patients may also experience severe damage to their inner organs as lesions can form on the heart, kidneys and liver. Most patients who develop SJS complain of flu-like symptoms a few days before noticing the blistering of the skin and mucous membranes.

Stevens Johnson Syndrome Patient Information

If you or a loved one develops any of the above Stevens Johnson Syndrome symptoms, it's crucial that you:

• See your doctor immediately for a thorough physical exam and an official diagnosis
• Follow through with all necessary medical treatments to prevent complications

If you have survived Stevens Johnson Syndrome, you may wish to speak with an attorney to find out about your legal rights. Depending on the specifics of your case, you may qualify to seek compensation for your losses. Some patients who survive SJS may be left with challenges for the rest of their lives, including blindness caused by the scarring in the eyes, organ failure, and more. By consulting an experienced Stevens Johnson Syndrome attorney, you may be able to recover the compensation you need to help you with the hardships you face. Call (800) 481-7430 for a free consultation.

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