Stevens-Johnson syndrome
Stevens-Johnson syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
Category: General
Drugs labeled for Stevens-Johnson syndrome
5 medication ingredients list an association with stevens-johnson syndrome in current FDA labeling.
Symptoms associated with Stevens-Johnson syndrome
The following symptoms have been associated with Stevens-Johnson syndrome in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Abdominal pain
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) and perc...
Cough
A sudden, audible expulsion of air from the lungs through a partially closed glottis, preceded by inhalation....
Diarrhea
Abnormally increased frequency (usually defined as three or more) loose or watery bowel movements a day....
Dysphagia
Difficulty in swallowing....
Dyspnea
Difficult or labored breathing. Dyspnea is a subjective feeling only the patient can rate, e.g., on a Borg sca...
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Gastrointestinal hemorrhage
Hemorrhage affecting the gastrointestinal tract....
Nausea and vomiting
Nausea is a commonly encountered symptom that has been defined as an unpleasant painless subjective feeling th...
Weight loss
Reduction of total body weight....
Tests used to investigate Stevens-Johnson syndrome
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Stevens-Johnson syndrome. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stevens-Johnson syndrome?
Stevens-Johnson syndrome is a health condition described in medical literature. Stevens-Johnson syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
What are the symptoms of Stevens-Johnson syndrome?
Stevens-Johnson syndrome is associated with 10 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Abdominal pain, Cough, Diarrhea, Dysphagia, Dyspnea, Fatigue. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Stevens-Johnson syndrome diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Stevens-Johnson syndrome include CBC with Differential, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Urinalysis. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Stevens-Johnson syndrome, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.