Reye syndrome false is?
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Jaundice Reve syndrome Detrimental effects to many organs, especially the brain and liver, as well as causing low blood sugar and increase ammonia level. Secondary Mitochondria hepatopathy H/o viral injection (Influenza, varicella) & salicylate interactions. Higher moality rate. The disease causes fatty liver with minimal inflammation and cerebral edema (swelling of the brain). Jaundice is not usually present. With raised enzyme with normal bilirubin. Children of ages 4 to 12 are most commonly afflicted. Early diagnosis is vital; although most children recover with suppoive therapy, it may lead to severe brain injury and death
Associated with salicylate ingestion
Hepatomegaly
Jaundice
Hypoglyemia