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    GlossaryToxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN)

    severe skin reaction causing widespread cell death and skin detachment

    Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN) is a rare, life-threatening skin condition characterized by widespread skin cell death, leading to the detachment of the epidermis from the underlying dermis. Often triggered by a severe reaction to medications, it presents with symptoms similar to severe burns, including extensive blistering and peeling of the skin, and requires immediate medical attention.

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