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Reye?s syndrome



Digestive system organs
Digestive system organs


Reye?s syndrome

Symptoms:

  • A history of preceding URI or chickenpox (about 1 week previously)
  • Nausea and vomiting (possible)
  • Mental status changes
  • Lethargy
  • Confusion
  • Combative behavior
  • Loss of consciousness or coma may develop
  • Seizures
  • Unusual posturing (decerebrate posture -- the arms are extended straight and turned toward the body, the legs are held straight and the toes are pointed downward)
Other symptoms that may be associated with this disorder:
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