What Is Reye's Syndrome?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
10. Can Reye’s Syndrome Be Prevented?
The only method of prevention of Reye’s syndrome is to avoid the use of aspirin in children and teenagers completely. Testing for a disorder involving the enzymes that break down fatty acids can also provide insight into the likelihood of a virus triggering the condition.
Since pesticides and paint thinners are being examined as potential triggers, making sure children are not exposed to these pollutants is another potential prevention method. Other than the avoidance of aspirin, monitoring higher-risk children during and after a viral infection is the only way to mitigate the chance of a serious case of Reye’s syndrome from developing.
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