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Toxic epidermal necrolysis

Toxic epidermal necrolysis is a very bad skin reaction that can happen when some people take certain medications. It's like your body is allergic to the medicine you're taking, and the skin starts to peel off like a sunburn.

This condition is very dangerous and can cause a lot of problems like pain, fever, and infections. Doctors often have to admit patients to the hospital to be monitored and treated for this condition.

It's important to remember that not everyone who takes medicine will get this condition. But if someone is taking medicine and they start to feel a lot of pain, notice their skin is peeling or have any other unusual symptoms, they should speak with their doctor right away.