Toxic epidermal necrolysis is a life-threatening skin disorder which causes the skin to blister and peel. This condition can be caused by a reaction to some medicines, and it progresses quickly and usually requires hospitalization.
| By | Healthwise Staff |
| Primary Medical Reviewer | E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine |
| Specialist Medical Reviewer | Harold S. Nelson, MD - Allergy and Immunology |
| Last Revised | July 7, 2009 |
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