Reye syndrome, named after Australian pediatrician Ralph Douglas Reye, is an acute metabolic disorder associated with damage to the brain and liver. Reye syndrome primarily affects children. What is Reye syndrome? Reye syndrome usually occurs as a result of a previous viral infection, specifically influenza or chickenpox. About a week after the actual illness subsides, … Reye Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is the body fluid that constantly flows around the brain and spinal cord in what is known as the inner and outer CSF spaces. It is a system of interconnected cavities. The CSF renews itself up to four times a day in a continuous process of production and reabsorption. An important primary … Cerebrospinal Fluid: Structure, Function & Diseases
The term cerebral edema refers to swelling (edema) of the brain that occurs when the brain increases in volume and pressure. There are many causes of cerebral edema. If it is not recognized and treated quickly enough, it can be life-threatening and lead to brain death. What is cerebral edema? The brain can swell as … Cerebral Edema: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
