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Very few people are aware of the devastating and potentially deadly skin disease known as Stevens Johnson Syndrome (SJS). The Stevens Johnson Syndrome Foundation is trying to change this with efforts to raise awareness of the disease and by working to create a national system to track incidence of it.

Skin reactions rank pretty low amidst other drug safety concerns like heart attack and stroke; however, what people should know is Stevens Johnson syndrome can have fatal consequences without proper treatment.

First Step: Diagnosis

In order to begin treatment for Stevens Johnson Syndrome, a timely and correct diagnosis must first be made. Symptoms of Stevens Johnson Syndrome will typically appear within a week of beginning a new drug (in cases of drug reaction). Patients often experience lesions on mucous membranes and itchy, painful sores and blotches on the skin. Should a rash ever appear after beginning a new drug, patients are advised to immediately discontinue drug use and seek medical attention.

Continuing to take the drug instead of getting treatment for Stevens Johnson Syndrome can allow the skin disease to continue attacking the skin and mucous membranes, which can lead to blindness or death. The Stevens Johnson Syndrome Foundation says adverse drug reactions causes 150,000 deaths per year, and just one percent of all reactions are ever reported to the FDA.

What is the Right Treatment for Stevens Johnson Syndrome?

Treatments may vary depending on the specifics of each individual case. In most cases, patients will require emergency treatment and hospitalizations. Treatments for SJS may include one or more of the following:

• Antibiotic treatments may be used to help with inflammation 
• Oral or intravenous steroids may be used to reduce inflammation and relieve pain
• Fluid replacement
• Meticulous oral hygiene is advised to prevent serious infection
• Oral and topical corticosteroids may be prescribed

No matter what, the most important thing for any patient who feels they may be experiencing symptoms of Stevens Johnson Syndrome is to seek emergency medical assistance. Once a diagnosis is made, a doctor will create the appropriate treatment plan.

Please contact out Stevens Johnson Syndrome attorneys for a free legal consultation.

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