Approach to the acute, generalized, blistering patient.
This article discusses the approach to the acute, generalized, blistering patient from the perspective of the dermatologic consultant. Initially, a case is presented, followed by a discussion of the relevant evaluation, differential diagnosis, and treatment options.
Carr
David R
DR
Division of Dermatology, Wright State University, Dayton, OH 45408-1445, USA.
Houshmand
Elizabeth
E
Heffernan
Michael P
MP
D000328:Adult; D001768:Blister / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D002053:Burn Units; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D004342:Drug Hypersensitivity / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy; D004632:Emergency Medical Services; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013262:Stevens-Johnson Syndrome / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy