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26 Treatments for Reye's Syndrome

16

Tests

5	Medical Procedures

4	Prescribed Medications

1	Over the Counter Medications

Overview

Reye's syndrome is a life-threatening emergency that requires intensive management. The likelihood of recovery is greatest if it is recognized early and treated promptly. Children with Reye's syndrome should be managed in an intensive-care unit. Treatment in the early ...[read article]

Tests for Reye's Syndrome

1. Liver Function Tests Liver function tests help determine the health of your liver by measuring levels of proteins, enzymes, or bilirubin in your blood. Many tests can be performed on th... More
2. Blood Ammonia Test
3. Liver Biopsy A biopsy of the liver is a medical procedure in which a small amount of liver tissue is surgically removed so it can be tested in a laboratory. Liver biopsies are u... More
4. Prothrombin Time Test A prothrombin time (PT) test, measures the amount of time it takes for your blood plasma to clot. Prothrombin, also known as factor ll, is just one of many plasma p... More
5. Partial Thromboplastin Time A partial thromboplastin time (PTT) test helps doctors assess your body's ability to form blood clots. Each time you bleed, it triggers a series of reactions k... More
6. History and Physical Exam A physical examination is a routine test your doctor performs to check your overall health. It is also known as a wellness check. A physical examination helps your ... More
7. Serum Amylase Test Amylase is an enzyme produced by your pancreas and your salivary glands. The pancreas is an organ that provides various enzymes to help your intestines break down f... More
8. Serum Bicarbonate Test A CO2 blood test measures the amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the blood serum, or liquid part of the blood. Your doctor can use this test to learn whether there i... More
9. SerumAspartate Aminotransferase (AST) Level Test Aspartate aminotransferase (AST) is an enzyme found in various parts of the body. The highest concentrations are found in muscle, heart, and liver. A small amount o... More
10. Serum Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT) Level Test An alanine aminotransferase (ALT) test measures the level of ALT enzyme in your blood. ALT is an enzyme produced by liver cells. It helps the body metabolize protei... More
11. Serum Total Bilirubin Test Bilirubin is a yellow pigment that is in everyone's blood and stool. If you notice a yellowing of your skin or the whites of your eyes, this is called jaundice... More
12. Neurological Examination A neurological examination is an essential component of a comprehensive physical examination . It is a systematic examination that surveys the functioning of nerves... More
13. Serum Glucose Test A glucose test measures the amount of glucose in your blood. Glucose , also known as sugar, is your body's main source of energy. Your body converts the carboh... More
14. Serum Anion Gap Test
15. Spinal Tap Lumbar puncture (LP) is the technique of using a needle to withdraw cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from the spinal canal. CSF is the clear, watery liquid that protects t... More
16. Biopsy In some cases, your doctor may decide that he or she needs a sample of your tissue or your cells to help diagnose an illness or identify a cancer. This removal of t... More
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Medical Procedures for Reye's Syndrome

1. Hemoperfusion Hemoperfusion is a treatment technique in which large volumes of the patient's blood are passed over an adsorbent substance in order to remove toxic substances... More
2. Mechanical Ventilation Mechanical ventilation is the use of a mechanical device (machine) to inflate and deflate the lungs. More
3. Plasma Transfusion The process of transferring whole blood or blood components from one person (donor) to another (recipient). More
4. Administration of Intravenous Fluids Intravenous rehydration is the process by which sterile water solutions containing small amounts of salt or sugar are injected into the body through a tube attached... More
5. Administration of Electrolytes
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Prescribed Medications for Reye's Syndrome

1. mannitol(Osmitrol ) MANNITOL (MAN i tawl) is a diuretic. It is used to reduce pressure and swelling around the brain and in the eyes. It is also used to prevent or treat kidney failure... More
2. dexamethasone(Decadron , others...) Close DEXAMETHASONE (dex a METH a sone) is a corticosteroid. It is commonly used to treat inflammation of the skin, joints, lungs, and other organs. Common conditions tre... More
3. insulin regular(Iletin II Regular Pork , Humulin R (Concentrated)) REGULAR INSULIN (REG yuh ler IN su lin) is a human-made form of insulin. This medicine lowers the amount of sugar in your blood. It is a short-acting insulin that s... More
4. dexamethasone injection(Dexasone , others...) Close DEXAMETHASONE (dex a METH a sone) is a corticosteroid. It is used to treat inflammation of the skin, joints, lungs, and other organs. Common conditions treated incl... More
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Over the Counter Medications for Reye's Syndrome

1. insulin regular(Novolin R , others...) Close REGULAR INSULIN (REG yuh ler IN su lin) is a human-made form of insulin. This medicine lowers the amount of sugar in your blood. It is a short-acting insulin that s... More
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