Reye's Syndrome can be a life-threatening disease affecting the brain and liver of children. The cause of this disease comes from the ingestion of:
1. Ibuprofen during a viral illness.
2. Ibuprofen during a bacterial illness.
3. Aspirin or other salicylates during a viral illness.
4. Aspirin or other salicylates during a bacterial illness.
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1. Ibuprofen is safe for viral illnesses.
2. Ibuprofen is safe for bacterial illnesses.
3. Reye's Syndrome typically follows a viral infection, such as chickenpox, influenza, or an upper respiratory infection. The ingestion of aspirin or other medication containing salicylates during a viral illness greatly increases the probability of developing the syndrome. Caregivers should be taught not to give aspirin or salicylate products to any child or adolescent during a febrile illness.
4. Reye's Syndrome typically follows a viral infection, so it is acceptable to give aspirin or other salicylates for a bacterial infection.
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