Preparing questions in advance can help patients and parents have more meaningful discussions with physicians regarding their or their child’s treatment options. The following questions related to Reye syndrome may be helpful:

1. If I shouldn’t use aspirin for my child’s aches, pains or fever, what type of over-the-counter medication should I use?
   
   
2. In what situations might it be safe for my child to take aspirin?
   
   
3. At what age can my child safely take aspirin?
   
   
4. When my child has a viral infection, what signs should I look for that may indicate he/she is getting worse? What signs may indicate Reye syndrome?
   
   
5. How soon should I get help when I notice these signs?
   
   
6. Will my child need to be hospitalized if these signs appear?
   
   
7. How will you or another physician be able to determine the severity of my child’s condition?
   
   
8. How likely is Reye syndrome to result in permanent disability in my child?
   
   
9. What type of treatment may my child need for Reye syndrome?
   
   
10. Are there vaccines my child can get to prevent the flu or chickenpox? When can my child receive these shots? Will getting these vaccines prevent my child from developing Reye syndrome?
    
    
11. Are there additional steps I can take to help reduce my child’s risk of developing Reye syndrome?