Fluoroquinolone-Associated Disability (FQAD) - Pathogenesis, Diagnostics, Therapy and Diagnostic Criteria

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Single‐dose ibuprofen induced Stevens–Johnson Syndrome

“…However, behind its commonplace presence in medicine cabinets, there lies a potential peril that, though rare, demands our attention and understanding. This narrative unfolds as a middle‐aged individual embarks on an unexpected journey through the harrowing landscape of Stevens–Johnson Syndrome (SJS)—a severe and, at times, life‐threatening skin disorder 1,2 …”

“…This narrative unfolds as a middle-aged individual embarks on an unexpected journey through the harrowing landscape of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS)-a severe and, at times, life-threatening skin disorder. 1,2 As the story begins, it beckons us to consider the seemingly innocuous act of reaching for an over-the-counter pain reliever. In this case, ibuprofen serves as the unwitting protagonist, a common choice for those grappling with the discomforts of everyday ailments.…”