Stevens-Johnson syndrome

Ste·vens-John·son syndrome (stvnz-jnsn)

n.

A severe inflammatory eruption of the skin and mucous membranes, usually occurring in children and young adults following a respiratory infection or as an allergic reaction to drugs or other substances.

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Stevens-Johnson syndrome

A severe form of erythema multiforme in which the systemic symptoms are severe and the lesions extensive, involving multiple body areas, especially the mucous membranes.

Mentioned in: Corticosteroids, Systemic, Kawasaki Syndrome, Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis