Patient discussions
Encourage the patient to wear a MedicAlert bracelet or similar device in areas where available.[63]
Patients who survive SJS or TEN should avoid the use of the medication that initiated the illness. Provide the patient with written information about drug(s) to avoid.[63]
Patients should avoid sunlight exposure and sunburn for at least 1 year to promote healing of the skin, especially the areas that were affected by the rash, blisters, or sloughing. They should use a moisturizing hydrophilic cream.
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