steven johnson syndrome Flashcards
1
Q
what
A
severe systemic reaction affecting skin and mucosa
almost always caused by drug reaction
2
Q
features
A
maculopapular rash with target lesions
may develop vesicles or bullae
mucosal involvement
fever, arthralgia
3
Q
causes
A
penicillin sulphonamides lamotrigine carbamazepine allopurinol NSAIDs OCP
4
Q
Mx
A
hosp admission for supportive treatment
5
Q
SJS vs TEN
A
SJS <10% body surface covered
TENS >30% skin involvement
