Jan 22, 2025

Republic Lifestyle Desk

10 Warning Signs And Symptoms Of Guillain-Barré Syndrome


What is Guillain-Barré syndrome?

Guillain-Barré syndrome is a condition when your body's immune system attacks the nerves. 

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Check out ten warning signs and symptoms of Guillain-Barré syndrome, as per Mayo Clinic.

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Signs and symptoms of Guillain-Barré syndrome: 

  • A pin and needles feeling in the fingers, toes, ankles, or wrists.
  • Weakness in the legs that spreads to the upper body.

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  • Unsteady walk or not being able to walk or climb stairs.
  • Trouble with facial movements, including speaking, chewing or swallowing.

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  • Double vision or inability to move the eyes.
  • Severe pain that may feel achy, shooting, or cramp like and may be worse at night.

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  • Trouble with bladder control or bowel function.
  • Rapid heart rate.

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  • Low or high blood pressure.
  • Trouble breathing.

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