FAQs - Stevens-Johnson Syndrome

Nadrich & Cohen, LLP aggressively handles Children's Motrin injury cases nationwide. If your child has suffered from Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) or Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN) as the result of taking Children's Motrin or another drug, please contact our firm immediately. Our pharmaceutical drug litigation attorneys have experience representing clients who have suffered as the result of dangerous drugs, medications, and supplements. We have a successful track record, and our lawyers have recovered more than $75,000,000 on behalf of our seriously injured clients. Call Nadrich & Cohen, LLP today to discuss your SJS case with one of our skilled attorneys.

What is Stevens Johnson Syndrome?

Stevens-Johnson Syndrome is an uncommon and potentially deadly skin condition.

What are some symptoms of Stevens Johnson Syndrome?

Some of the serious symptoms associated with this disorder include skin rashes; peeling of the skin; lesions on the body, genitals, and mouth; respiratory infections; eye and eyelid disorders; and blindness.

How do people acquire Stevens-Johnson Syndrome?

Approximately 50% of all cases of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome are idiopathic, meaning that no cause can be found. The other 50% of the cases may be caused by adverse reactions to medication and infections.

What types of treatments are available for people who suffer from SJS?

Many people with Stevens Johnson Syndrome are admitted to burn centers to have their skin conditions properly treated. Corticosteroids, antibiotics, IV's, and surgeries may be required to assist in the management of the disorder.

How many children have Stevens-Johnson Syndrome?

People under the age of twenty make up approximately 1/5 of the number of SJS cases.

What is the mortality rate for patients who have SJS?

The mortality rate for people who have Stevens-Johnson Syndrome varies significantly. Estimates show that the mortality rate is between 25-80%.

What is Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis?

TEN is very painful and deadly skin disorder which many times may occur after a person is diagnosed with SJS. Like Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, people who have TEN suffer from skin blisters and loss of skin. In approximately 1/3 of all Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis cases, the cause is unknown.

Who is at risk for Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis?

The population which is at the highest risk for TEN are females who have Stevens-Johnson Syndrome. Females are twice as likely to develop this disorder as males.

If you or your child has suffered Stevens Johnson Syndrome or Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis from taking Children's Motrin, Bextra, Bactrim or other medications, please contact an SJS lawyer at Nadrich & Cohen, LLP immediately. We are representing Stevens Johnson Syndrome victims nationwide.

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