Epistemis

Blisters on the skin

Specialty: Skin.

  • vesicles
  • blisters

Why it occurs

  • Herpes/shingles
  • Burn
  • Contact dermatitis
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Initial workup

Distribution and mucosal involvement; Nikolsky sign; biopsy if extensive or autoimmune.

red flags

Extensive skin peeling with mucosal involvement after a drug → TEN/SJS (urgency).

Standard management

  • Treat the cause — antiviral, withdraw drug, refer

Educational guidance for study. It is NOT a prescription recommendation. The actual choice depends on the cause, the patient, and current guidelines.

PreviousScarring alopecia
Area
Skin
Listed causes
5
Treatment options
1
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