Recognizing Drug Allergy Rashes

Recognizing the signs and symptoms of drug allergy rashes is essential for prompt treatment and management. Different types of drug allergies can present with varying appearances and symptoms.

One common type of drug allergy rash is hives (urticaria). Hives are characterized by raised, itchy welts on the skin that can be red or flesh-colored. They can appear in small patches or cover larger areas of the body. Another type of drug rash is maculopapular rash, which presents as small, flat red bumps that may merge.

In more severe cases, drug allergy rashes can progress to conditions such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS).