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Exfoliative-Dermatitis-type Drug Eruption

皮肤科

Common symptoms

猩红热样皮疹、剥脱性皮炎

The pathology of disease

Exfoliative-dermatitis-type drug eruption is drug-induced generalized erythema/scaling (>90% BSA), from anti-epileptics/sulfonamides/allopurinol/other drugs. Treatment: stop culprit drug; emollients/wet wraps; systemic corticosteroids; supportive care (fluid/electrolyte/protein); temperature regulation; monitor for infection/sepsis/high-output failure; differentiate from SJS/TEN/DRESS; allergy documentation; follow-up.

Common Symptoms

Generalized erythema/scaling; >90% BSA; by drug

Causes and Pathogenesis

Drug hypersensitivity causes widespread epidermal inflammation and desquamation.

Treatment

Stop drug; emollients; systemic steroids; supportive care

Preventive Measures

Document drug allergy; avoid culprit; cross-reactivity screening.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Dermatology/Allergy/Emergency department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.