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All Diseases > Generalized bullous fixed drug eruption
Generalized bullous fixed drug eruption
Alternative Names: GBFDE
Disease Category: Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions
GBFDE is a rare, severe medication reaction that causes widespread blisters and areas of skin loss. Affected areas may leave dark marks after healing, and the reaction can return in the same locations if the medication is taken again. Extensive cases require specialized hospital care.