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Causes of Reye's Syndrome

The cause of Reye's Syndrome (RS) remains a mystery. However, studies have shown that using aspirin or salicylate-containing medications to treat viral illnesses increases the risk of developing Reye's syndrome. A physician should be consulted before giving a child any aspirin or anti-nausea medicines during a viral illness, which can mask the symptoms of Reye's syndrome.

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References:
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
February 2007
www.ninds.nih.gov

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