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A cancer treatment drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat chronic lymphocytic leukemia and non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma just last year has been linked to a serious adverse reaction known as Stevens Johnson Syndrome, or SJS, when used in conjunction with another medication.
Researchers are reportedly saying that antiviral medications Tamiflu and Relenza could help curb the intensity and effects of the swine flu for those who appear to becoming ill, however some doctors are warning that the antiviral drugs should only be taken if prescribed by a physician otherwise other serious conditions may arrise, according to The Standard.
Here’s an update to a story we brought you Monday about the sister of a newspaper managing editor who was diagnosed with Stevens Johnson Syndrome (SJS). Mark Cripps says in an update column in Ancaster News that his sister Lisa is gradually recovering.
Mark Cripps’ sister Lisa has fought for much in her life. She is now in for what may be the fight of her life.
As a young child, Lisa contracted pneumonia and spent a month in the hospital. She grew up with an abusive stepmother and struggled through a difficult marriage. Despite the obstacles, she managed to raise two children and find a career in real estate. But last week, the young woman with an infectious personality, hit another road block. She was diagnosed with Stevens Johnson Syndrome (SJS), an adverse reaction to antibiotics prescribed to her following minor surgery.
It’s good to hear SpunkyRachel’s voice again. She is the woman we first met last December, who put video testimonials on YouTube about her experience with Stevens Johnson Syndrome, or SJS. In the early videos, her hair is missing and white patches cloud her dark skin. She had just been released from the hospital, where she stayed for several weeks, much of that time in a drug-induced coma where she clung on to life.
Russian prosecutors have closed their investigation into the mysterious death of investigative journalist Yuri Shchekochikhin, citing a rare but life threatening adverse reaction to medication as the likely cause of his death, known as toxic epidermal necrolysis, or TEN, according to Reuters.
Jean McCawley is a most deserving recipient of ABC 7’s Extreme Makeover: American Dream contest. The Westminster, Colorado, woman has been through a lot in the past several years, but she has kept her focus on helping others.
Good news for the family of Michigan middle school student Sara Ensley. The girl returned home from the hospital weeks earlier than expected after experiencing a severe adverse reaction to medication known as Stevens Johnson Syndrome, or SJS, according to the Grand Haven Tribune.
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