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.
Liver damage is normally associated with long term alcohol consumption or cirrhosis. In reality, a wide range of ailments can cause the liver to become damage. Hepatitis B, hepatitis A and hepatitis C can harm the liver and lead to damage. This is especially true if hepatitis is present in children. In addition, malnutrition and hemochromatosis can cause liver damage.