About SJS
What is Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS)
If you or a loved one is the victim of an SJS/TEN injury, then there is likely a lot of confusion about your diagnosis, treatment options, and possible legal recourse for your injuries. Both Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN) are serious medical conditions that can have long-lasting impacts. Not only are you dealing with the physical injuries, but the emotional trauma can be quite severe for SJS victims.
Our law firm is here to help you understand what SJS and TEN are and how you can get justice for the negligent pharmaceutical companies and medical providers who contributed to your injuries.
What You Need to Know about SJS and TEN
Both Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN) are severe reactions to medications. Patients are given medications to treat another health issue, and then they experience serious complications that cause the immune system to attack the skin and mucous membranes.
The tissue starts blistering, and tissue death occurs. All parts of the body can be affected, including the eyes, mouth, genitals, and internal organs.
While both SJS and TEN are serious and life-threatening, TEN is a more extreme form of SJS. The most common causes of SJS and TEN are medications such as Lamictal, Bactrim, Toradol, Diflucan, Onfi, Zyloprim, and certain antibiotics.
In the beginning, the early symptoms are mild and seem like the flu: fever, sore throat, fatigue, and burning eyes. Then, a painful rash or blisters can start to develop. Sometimes the symptoms develop within a few days, but some patients have symptoms starting a few weeks after exposure.
The Effects of SJS and TEN are Severe and Long-Lasting
In many cases, patients experience such severe reactions that they are hospitalized and need treatments in intensive care and/or burn units. Immediate and proactive medical treatment is critical, especially since these conditions can result in death.
Long-term complications from SJS and TEN might include blindness, gynecological injuries, scarring, chronic pain, and emotional trauma. These issues can alter your life, which is why compensation is often available for victims.
How an SJS Attorney Can Help
You deserve compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, associated costs, as well as pain and suffering. Finding the right SJS attorney is one of the best decisions you are going to make. Not only will you have legal representation to help with your settlement, but our team can also provide resources and treatment options to assist with your recovery.
We connect our clients with specialized medical experts, such as dermatologists, burn specialists, eye doctors, and other medical providers who have experience with SJS and TEN.
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When you choose our legal team, rest assured knowing that we handle all litigation in-house. You will work with our SJS attorneys directly… no referrals to other firms. We offer nationwide legal services and a personalized approach for every client.
Our SJS lawyers work on a contingency basis, which means that you don’t need to pay anything up front. We only get paid when you receive a settlement.
For more information about your legal options, reach out to an SJS attorney for a free, no-obligation consultation. We are always just a phone call away and ready to help with your case.
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