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Which syndrome is often preceded by a viral syndrome such as varicella, gastroenteritis, or upper respiratory tract infection (influenza)?

a) Reye's syndrome
b) Down syndrome
c) Turner syndrome
d) Klinefelter syndrome

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Reye's syndrome is a serious condition often preceded by a viral infection and is associated with aspirin use in children and teenagers. It can lead to liver and brain swelling, causing severe health complications. The genotype XXY is associated with Klinefelter syndrome.

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The syndrome that is often preceded by a viral syndrome such as varicella, gastroenteritis, or upper respiratory tract infection (influenza) is Reye's syndrome. This serious condition can lead to swelling in the liver and brain and may result in neurological damage, coma, or death. A widely recommended health practice is to avoid using aspirin or aspirin-containing products to treat viral illnesses in children and teenagers, due to the known association between aspirin use during viral infection and the subsequent development of Reye's syndrome.

To address the additional information requested:

  • The genotype XXY corresponds to Klinefelter syndrome.
  • German measles (also known as rubella) is not associated with coronavirus infections, unlike the common cold, severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS), and Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS), all of which are.
  • The cause of viral gastroenteritis that commonly leads to projectile vomiting is attributed to norovirus, not listed in the options provided.
  • Adenoviruses can cause viral conjunctivitis.

Reye's syndrome, although rare, is a significant and potentially fatal condition that should be taken seriously, especially in the context of recent viral illness and the use of aspirin.

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