Johnson Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes & What to Expect
Signs and symptoms of Stevens-Johnson syndrome include:
- Painful red or purplish areas on the skin, typically starting on the face, arms, and legs
- Blisters that break and peel, leaving raw, red skin
- Mucous membrane involvement, which can cause:
- Painful sores in the mouth, throat, eyes, nose, and genitals
- Difficulty swallowing
- Vision problems
- Bloody diarrhea
- Painful urination
- Fever
- Fatigue
- Muscle aches
- Headache
- Cough
In some cases, Stevens-Johnson syndrome can also lead to:
- Dehydration
- Sepsis (a life-threatening blood infection)
- Pneumonia
- Kidney failure
- Liver failure
- Death
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