Reye's syndrome appears in children with viral infections, such as chicken pox, influenza, or ARVI. This disease, which occurs in newborns and children in a period of intense growth. The syndrome begins to progress after recovery from a viral disease. Usually this happens immediately, but it can start a few days later.
When a child has Reye's syndrome, the work of the liver and brain worsens. As a result, cirrhosis can develop, as well as complete cessation of brain activity.
The causes of Reye's syndrome in children
The true cause of the onset of the disease has not been identified so far. However, scientists have found that the risk of developing the syndrome increases if, during viral infections, treat a child with aspirin and salicylates. Therefore, it is necessary to treat a child only with those medicines that the doctor will write out.
Symptoms of Reye's Syndrome
The treatment of Ray's disease is most effective at the initial stages, until serious damage is done to the organs of the child, and in particular to the brain. If your child has the following symptoms, you should immediately call your doctor:
- recurrent or persistent vomiting;
- change in the nature of the child (irritability, nervousness, etc.);
- confused consciousness, disorientation;
- loss of consciousness;
- convulsions;
- delirium.
These symptoms can be observed during and after the viral illness.
Treatment of Reye's syndrome
There are no medications that could cure your child of this disease, it is only possible to monitor the work of the heart, brain and other organs. Treatment is aimed at reducing brain damage, as well as other organs of the body. However, the earlier the patients seek the help of a doctor, the easier it is to prevent complications.