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Lyell's syndrome

Or toxic epidermal necrolysis, is a rare, potentially life-threatening mucocutaneous disease, usually provoked by the administration of a drug and characterized by acute necrosis of the epidermis.

Symptoms:

A painful, red area that spreads quickly.
The skin may peel without blistering.
Raw areas of skin.
Discomfort.
Fever.
Condition spread to eyes, mouth/throat, and genitals/urethra/anus.

Preliminary plan:

Dermatologist appointment
Allergologist and immunologist appointment
Complete blood count (CBC)
Urinalysis
Blood test:
- Urea (BUN)
- Creatinine
- Glucose
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Alkaline phosphatase (ALP)
- Alanine transaminase (ALT)
- Bilirubin (total, direct)
Blood test for specific IgE antibodies to substances that can cause contact allergy:
- Local anesthetics
- Hormones
- Work-related allergies
Skin eruption material examination on antibiotics and antifungal drugs sensitivity