Stevens-Johnson Syndrome Due to Influenza Vaccination

Influenza is a common virus that affects millions of people every year. The influenza vaccine decreases morbidity and mortality associated with influenza and is generally well tolerated. Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) is a rare disorder of the skin and mucous membranes. We report the second known case of SJS occurring after an influenza vaccination alone without any other associated drug exposure. This corroborates the possibility of the influenza vaccine alone causing SJS. Despite the initial adverse reaction, the patient made a full recovery. Although the disease can be associated with vaccinations, the benefits of receiving the vaccinations outweigh the potential harms.