Cefixime induced Steven Johnson syndrome: A case report from Bangladesh.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Stevens Jonson syndrome, a type IV mediated hypersensitivity reaction is a rare mucocutaneous disorder accounting for <10% of TBSA. It affects skin, oral mucosa, eyes, esophagus, mouth, pharynx, larynx, skin and genitals. SJS is caused mainly due to drugs, infectious agents, immunization, and radiation therapy.

Presentation of case

We present a case of a 40 years old male who developed SJS after being administered cefixime for a short period. Given the patient's past profile, he was admitted due to RTA and was under treatment with cefixime. Irrespective of any symptoms of SJS in the past, he started developing symptoms soon after being treated with cefixime giving us a clue about cefixime-induced SJS.

Discussion

Steven-Johnson syndrome (SJS) and toxic epi

SUBMITTER: Shrestha AB 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9289488 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature