Ancient Egypt was perhaps the first country to recognize national plants. Specifically, these were the Lotus (water lily) and Papyrus, symbolizing Upper and Lower Egypt, respectively. However, to the ancient Egyptians, flowers were an important aspect of daily life.
Infection or metabolic conditions at birth are the most common causes of acute liver failure in children under 2 years old. Hepatitis caused by a virus (such as hepatitis A or B) and drug-induced liver failure, such as acetaminophen hepatotoxicity, are more likely in older children. However, most of the time the cause of acute liver failure in children cannot be determined.
Causes of ascites due to liver problems include: 1  Cirrhosis describes a form of liver failure in which liver tissue that is damaged is replaced by scar tissue. 2  Acute liver failure can result in ascites.  Budd-Chiari syndrome is caused by the blockage of the hepatic veins (those that drain the liver).