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May 7, 2026CureusOpen Access

A Pediatric Case of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome With Extensive Palmoplantar Involvement Following Varicella Infection

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AAAdil A. A. AlsweisSOShatha B OmarOOOla B Omar

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Overview

Case report reveals significant improvement in skin lesions from Stevens-Johnson syndrome in a child after treatment with corticosteroids.

Key Points

  • To explore the relationship between Varicella infection and Stevens-Johnson syndrome in a pediatric patient.
  • Case report of a 10-year-old female with chickenpox and subsequent SJS symptoms.
  • Patient was treated with corticosteroids and monitored for symptom improvement.
  • Assessment of potential medication-related side effects during chickenpox.
  • The patient showed significant improvement with corticosteroid treatment.
  • Symptoms included high-grade fever, rash, and mucosal lesions indicating SJS.
  • Early identification of symptoms may prevent complications.

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Alsweis et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69fbe3ca164b5133a91a3195https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.108300
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