What is Reye syndrome?
Reye syndrome is a rare condition that may follow
an upper respiratory infection or a case of varicella
(chickenpox) and can affect the liver, brain, pancreas, kidney, heart and muscle.
People with Reye syndrome experience:
A change in mental status
Who gets Reye syndrome?
Reye syndrome is more likely to occur among
How is Reye syndrome diagnosed?
There is no specific laboratory test to diagnose Reye
syndrome. Several criteria must be met for a case to
be diagnosed as Reye syndrome.
How can Reye syndrome be prevented?
Children who have an upper respiratory infection or
varicella should not be given aspirin or aspirin-containing
products without specific physician instructions to administer these medicines.
Where can I get more information?
Contact your physician or the Southern Nevada Health District, Office of Epidemiology at (702) 759-1300.