Steven johnstone syndrome Flashcards
1
Q
what is SJS is complication of
A
rare medication use complication
2
Q
list 3 drugs that commonly causes SJS
A
sulfonamides penicillins cephlasporins anticonvulsants allopurinol
3
Q
usually how long after starting the drug does SJS develop
A
few days up to 1 month
4
Q
what prodromal illness symptoms does SJS usually present with
A
fever
sore throat
cough
runny nose and cough
5
Q
what skin symptoms might be present in SJS
A
macules
erythema
erythema multiform
blisters
6
Q
what is the nikloys sign
A
positive area of skin redness
skin detachment exposing red oozing dermis
7
Q
list 3 complications that can arise due to SJS
A
dehydration infection ARDS shock and multiple organ failure DIC
8
Q
what investigation is needed to distinguish between SJS and staphylococcal scalded syndrome
A
skin biopsy
