<prompt> Answer this question truthfullyWhat information can be found regarding erythema multiforme?  <response>: <reason> Treatment goals include:Controlling the illness that is causing the condition Preventing infection Treating the symptomsStop taking any suspected medications, with your doctors approval.Treatment of mild symptoms may include:Medications such as antihistamines to control itching Moist compresses applied to the skin Oral antiviral medication if it is caused by herpes simplex Over-the-counter medications such as acetaminophen to reduce fever and discomfort Topical anesthetics especially for mouth lesions to ease discomfort that interferes with eating and drinkingTreatment of severe symptoms may include:Antibiotics to control any skin infections Corticosteroids to control inflammation Hospitalization and treatment in an intensive care or burn care unit for severe cases, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, and toxic epidermal necrolysis Intravenous immunoglobulins IVIG to stop the disease processPracticing good hygiene and staying away from other people may help prevent secondary infections.Skin grafting may be helpful in cases in which large areas of the body are affected. 