Guillain-Barre Syndrome
Alternate Names : Landry-Guillain-Barré Syndrome
What are the signs and symptoms of the condition?
People with GBS usually have muscle weakness or paralysis that
starts in the legs and feet. It progresses up toward the arms and head.
Sometimes the weakness starts in the arms and moves downward. Occasionally, it
starts in the arms and legs at the same time. The spread from feet to head can
occur within 24 to 72 hours but can take longer.
Muscle weakness can lead to the following symptoms:
blurred vision
constipation
difficulty breathing
difficulty swallowing
and chewing
difficulty urinating or even starting to urinate
dizziness
fainting
loss of bowel and/or bladder control
muscle pain and contractions
numbness and decreased sensation
painful or tingling sensations in the arms and legs
palpitations, or an
unusual awareness of the heart beating in the chest
uncoordinated movements
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