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What Happens After an SJS Diagnosis?

Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) is a very serious skin condition that is usually caused by an allergic reaction to a specific medication. While many people have likely never heard of SJS, there have been numerous stories in the news of late surrounding the deadly skin disease. In the middle of February, an L.A. teenager’s skin “melted” […]

Why SJS Must Be Treated Quickly

One of the main reasons Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) is such a dangerous disease is because of how quickly it can progress. Unfortunately, SJS is often misdiagnosed or missed altogether, resulting in a serious problem for the patient, including death. As Stevens-Johnson Syndrome lawyers, we have seen firsthand how costly these errors can be. While many […]

Medication Errors Lead to Stevens-Johnson Syndrome

Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) is a rare but very serious skin condition that could lead to potentially life-threatening reactions. Both SJS and its more serious counterpart Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN) are typically caused by an adverse reaction to a specific medication. Unfortunately, many common over-the-counter drugs and prescription medications can cause SJS. In recent years, we […]

Dealing with Stevens-Johnson Syndrome? Here’s What You Need to Know

If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS), there’s a good chance you feel overwhelmed and unsure what to do. While many people have never heard of the rare skin condition until it affects them personally, SJS and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN) are actually not as uncommon as previously thought. […]

How an Experienced SJS Lawyer Can Help You

If you are someone who has been affected by Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS), you understand just how important it is to have a team of professionals on your side. Not only do you need someone who has experience representing SJS patients, but medical experts who have treated SJS and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN) patients. In fact, […]

What Should I Do if I Have Been Affected By SJS?

Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) is a rare but deadly skin disease that can be extremely complex. Unfortunately, SJS often goes undiagnosed or is misdiagnosed by doctors. This is due to numerous factors, but one of the main reasons is because SJS symptoms mimic other more common conditions, such as the flu. SJS and toxic epidermal necrolysis […]

I’ve Been Diagnosed with Stevens-Johnson Syndrome – Now What?

Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) is a life-threatening skin disease that often happens as a result of an allergic reaction to a medication. It is believed there are more than 200 medications that may be linked to SJS, making it difficult to know how to protect yourself from this dangerous condition. Thankfully, SJS is a rare disease […]

Frequently Asked Questions About Stevens-Johnson Syndrome

Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) is a serious, potentially life-threatening skin condition that is often caused by an allergic reaction to a specific medication. Many of the symptoms of SJS mimic those of other conditions, including the common flu. Understanding what some of the characteristics of this condition are, as well as how it can be treated, […]

Is Stevens-Johnson Syndrome Treatable?

Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) is a very serious, rare skin condition that most people have never heard of. In most cases, SJS is a severe reaction to a medication you had been taking. For many people, the disease starts out with flu-like symptoms, which is one of the reasons why it is so often misdiagnosed. As […]

What Triggers Stevens-Johnson Syndrome?

Many people do not know this, but adverse reactions to drugs are the fourth-leading cause of death in the United States. Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) is a life-threatening skin condition that is typically caused by an allergic reaction to any number of drugs, including ibuprofen. SJS affects the mucous membranes and skin, causing the epidermis to […]