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I have a rash that spread all over face. doc says its just contact dermatitis. how can i tell if its just that or sjs?

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Get seen: If you have any doubt, stop any medicine you can stop and get seen by another physician. If i'm wrong, the first physician will forgive us.

Answered 3/13/2013

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A member asked:

I have a rash that spread all over face. doc says its just contact dermatitis. how can i tell if its just that or sjs?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

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