Mycoplasma pneumonia-associated Fuchs syndrome: Challenging case of a young boy

Abstract

Stevens–Johnson syndrome without skin involvement has been termed as Fuchs syndrome. In children, infections are the leading causes of SJS, with the most common being Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection. This is a case of a schoolboy who presented with erosions on the lips which were preceded by vesicles. There was an involvement of all four mucosae and an active respiratory tract infection. A detailed clinical examination is needed to rule out the common differential diagnosis. A suspicion of Mycoplasma in such cases can avoid delay in diagnosis and adverse sequelae. The identification of causative agent can be done by PCR or ELISA technique. A prompt treatment to treat the cause and halt the disease process can lead to rapid improvement.

Keywords

• fuchs syndrome
• mycoplasma pneumoniae
• stevens–johnson syndrome without skin lesion