Phenytoin-induced Stevens-Johnson Syndrome: A case report
Abstract
Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) is a rare but serious and often life-threatening acute mucocutaneous reaction. Majority of cases are drug-induced resulting extensive exfoliation which may cause severe dehydration and mortality. An-18 year old female reported with chief complaint of generalized edematous erythematous rash with multiple hyperpigmentation on the skin of the face, neck, chest, back, bilateral extremities, and genital area. These acute skin reactions were evoked after consumption of phenytoin and she was treated with corticosteroids, antibiotics, and other symptomatic treatment. Clinicians must be adept at identifying hypersensitivity reactions especially SJS which is a potentially fatal condition. The most commonly prescribed drug regimens which may induce drug allergy should be used judiciously, and alternative safer regimens may be considered if available.References
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