Steven Johnson Syndrome

Stevens Johnson Syndrome (SJS), also known as Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis, is a potentially fatal skin disease brought about by a reaction to certain medications. Unfortunately, there are literally hundreds of drugs that have been linked to SJS, including:

1. Ibuprofen (Motrin/Advil)
2. Other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
3. Dilantin and other anticonvulsants
4. Bextra
5. Effexor
6. Accutane
7. Ketek
8. Antibiotics, including Sulfonamides, Tetracycline, Amoxicillin, Ampicillin
9. Barbiturates
10. Ginseng supplements
11. Allopurinol

Symptoms

The symptoms of Stevens Johnson Syndrome usually begin with non-specific indications like coughing, fever, and general aches and pains. As the disease progresses, specific indications appear, such as:

1. Red rash across the face and trunk of the body
2. Blisters in the eyes, mouth, and on the genitals
3. Peeling skin
4. Extreme fever

If you have taken any of the above drugs and are experiencing of these symptoms you should contact your doctor right away. If you are suffering from these symptoms after taking a drug, the defective medication attorneys at Guerra & Moore can work to help you get the compensation required to deal with this disease.

Treating Stevens Johnson Syndrome

Treating Stevens Johnson Syndrome requires extensive hospitalization and monitoring of the patient. Fluids are replaced intravenously while open wounds are kept free of infection. Bandaging and follow-up examinations will be required during the time it takes the skin to heal. In many cases, this syndrome can be fatal.

In addition to the cost of initial treatments, you will be unable to work until you have healed. Skin grafts and other cosmetic procedures may be necessary, and physical pain will be unavoidable. The serious toll this can take on both your emotional and financial wellbeing can be catastrophic to many families.

At Guerra Moore Attorneys at Law, we have over 50 years of combined experience helping families throughout the Rio Grande Valley recover from the damages brought about by defective drugs. We will work closely with you and your family to ensure that all of your concerns are addressed and you are fully compensated for all of your losses.

If you are suffering from the symptoms of Stevens Johnson Syndrome in or around McAllen, Texas or the Rio Grande Valley, please contact the personal injury attorneys at Guerra Moore Attorneys at Law to schedule your initial consultation today.