This open-access atlas provides detailed descriptions and high-quality images of a wide range of skin conditions on patients with darker skin tones. It is a vital tool designed to help medical students and healthcare professionals to recognize the distinct ways many skin conditions present on diverse skin tones.
By studying these clinical images and descriptions, learners at all levels can enhance their diagnostic skills and better identify subtle variations in skin lesions and rashes. This essential guide supports clinical education and helps bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world practice, with the goal of ultimately improving patient care.
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Steven-Johnson Syndrome
Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) is a rare, severe mucocutaneous drug reaction that involves detachment of the epidermis of less than 10% of the body surface area. It starts 1-3 weeks after the intake of a new culprit medication. SJS presents with diffuse, irregular, erythematous to violaceous targetoid macules with severe skin pain. These lesions can rapidly turn dusky. Flaccid bullae with a positive Nikolsky sign are present as well. Sloughing can occur which leads to a pink/erythematous dermis ibecoming visible. Mucosal involvement is common, especially oral erosions/ulceration, ocular inflammation, and genital lesions.