Guillain-Barré syndrome is caused by the immune system attacking the nerves, which can happen after a viral or bacterial infection. If the nerves' protective tissue is damaged, it can cause:

● Paralysis

● Numbness

● Pain

It's unclear what causes Guillain-Barré syndrome, according to Dr. Mohana Rao, an expert neurosurgeon from Andhra Pradesh.

Early treatment with healthy antibodies can help reduce symptoms, and patients usually recover within a year.

Dr. Mohana Rao Patibandla is one of Andhra Pradesh's best neurosurgeons. He holds several degrees and is well-versed in all aspects of neuroscience.

The disorder's cause is unknown, but infections can bring it on.

Guillain-Barré syndrome is a neurological disorder. It can strike without warning, but doctors aren't sure why.

Specific pathogens, such as the Zika virus, have previously been linked to Guillain-Barré syndrome. It also includes respiratory conditions such as COVID-19.

When the body's immune system switches from fighting bacteria or viruses to attacking the peripheral nervous system, the following frequently occurs:

● An infection

● Surgery

● Injury

This can harm the myelin, a protective sheath of insulating tissue surrounding the nerves.

Numbness and a pins and needles sensation in the feet are common symptoms of Guillain-Barré Syndrome, followed by muscle weakness.

At first, it affects your feet and legs. Nonetheless, the condition worsens, progressing to the arms and breathing muscles.

The symptoms are usually symmetric, according to Dr. Mohana Rao. This means they affect both sides of the body at the same time. It's not like a stroke, which usually only affects one side.

After a diagnosis has been made, the patient is admitted to the hospital for close monitoring of:

● Lung function

● Breathing

● Motor strength

● Blood pressure changes

Tingling and weakness are common symptoms, which can progress to paralysis.

While the exact cause of Guillain-Barré Syndrome is unknown, those who develop it usually have an infection before being diagnosed.

Respiratory and gastrointestinal infections, according to Dr. Mohana Rao, include:

● Flu

● Diarrhea

● Surgery

According to Dr. Mohana Rao, Guillain-Barré usually begins with a tingling sensation in the lower body or a prickly feeling in the feet and legs.

The sense progresses to weakness in the affected areas, which may spread to the upper body, as well as:

● Cramps

● Aches

● Shooting pain

Muscle weakness can lead to instability or inability to move over time, with symptoms peaking two weeks after onset.

It frequently necessitates hospitalization because it can cause paralysis, breathing difficulties, and heart problems.

Guillain-Barré syndrome has no cure, and recovery can take months or years.

According to Dr. Mohana Rao, Guillain-Barré can be difficult to diagnose, and there is no known cure.

Treatments can aid in the removal of harmful antibodies (blood proteins that fight infection).

This is accomplished through plasma exchange therapy or immunoglobulin therapy, which introduces healthy antibodies from a blood donor.

Immobility can cause blood clots, which can be prevented with medication.

When symptoms have plateaued, recovery usually begins around four weeks after onset. It can last anywhere from six months to a year and includes the following:

● Physical therapy to regain strength

● Movement for daily tasks like walking

According to Dr. Mohana Rao, a small percentage of people (5-10%) may take longer to recover, up to three years, or experience relapses or incomplete recovery.

Is it possible that the COVID-19 vaccine will cause Guillain-Barré Syndrome?

Certain COVID vaccines have been linked to the illness as a possible side effect. The nerve disorder can appear after COVID-19 infection and, in some rare cases, within six weeks of receiving the vaccine, although it is a rare occurrence.

GBS can happen after any of the formulations. Nonetheless, the Janssen and AstraZeneca vaccines have been linked to most cases of the condition. The neurologist explains that this is because the virus is different in these cases.

Dr. Mohana Rao, says, "If a patient has had vaccine-associated GBS in the past, we would recommend no vaccine, but otherwise, almost all patients are recommended to get a COVID vaccination."

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