The rare, serious skin disorder called Stevens-Johnson syndrome, or SJS, often begins with flu symptoms, according to the Mayo Clinic. But it turns into a painful red or purplish rash that spreads and blisters, and can eventually cause the top layer of your skin to die and shed.
It’s considered a medical emergency that usually requires hospitalization, and may prove deadly. So it’s important to recognize the symptoms and seek help immediately.
The Mayo Clinic says the condition occurs when skin and ...
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