Transient acantholytic dermatosis: when to get help
Go through these in order and stop at the first one that applies. If you are reading this for someone else, answer for them.
1
Is any of this happening now?
Call 911
Seek emergency care if a rash occurs with difficulty breathing, swelling of the face or tongue, faintness, or confusion.
Other emergency signs, for anyone
Someone who is struggling to breathe, gasping, choking, or cannot get words out
Someone who has chest pain, tightness or pressure lasting more than a few minutes
Someone who has sudden weakness or drooping on one side of the face or body, slurred speech, or sudden confusion
Someone who is unconscious, or cannot be woken
Someone who is bleeding heavily and it will not stop with firm pressure
Someone who has had a seizure that will not stop, or does not wake up afterwards
Someone who has lips or skin that look pale, blue, grey or blotchy
Someone who you believe has taken an overdose or swallowed something poisonous
2
Is any of this happening?
Be seen today
Ask for prompt medical advice if:
The skin becomes increasingly painful, hot, swollen, or produces pus
The rash spreads quickly or develops large blisters
You develop a rash soon after starting a new medicine
The rash involves your eyes, mouth, or genitals
You have reduced immune function and develop worsening skin symptoms
Fever with rapidly spreading, painful redness also needs urgent assessment.
These features are not typical of uncomplicated transient acantholytic dermatosis and may indicate a serious allergic reaction or infection.
3
Does any of this apply?
Book an appointment
Arrange a routine medical appointment for a new, unexplained rash that persists, repeatedly returns, or interferes with sleep.
Seek review if an existing diagnosis no longer fits the pattern or treatment has stopped working.
Every sign above is quoted from the sofidex article on Transient acantholytic dermatosis. If you are not sure, err upward — it is always reasonable to be checked.