What increases a patient’s risk for this severe reaction?

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Which of the following increases a patient’s risk for this condition?

A 21-year-old male presents to an urgent care clinic with a burning generalized rash and malaise. He mentions that he was treated for onychomycosis two weeks prior. On examination, coalescing, erythematous macules cover his entire body sparing his scalp. Ulceration of the oral cavity and crusting of the lips are also noted. Which of the following increases a patient’s risk for this condition?

A. Acute myeloid leukemia
B. Crohn disease
C. Diabetes
D. Psoriasis

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