Guillain-Barré Syndrome: 9 symptoms you should look out for

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Guillain-Barré Syndrome: 9 symptoms you should look out for

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 Often tingling or numbness typically begins in the feet and hands, gradually spreading to other parts of the body

Tingling and numbness

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Weakness starts in the legs and can move upward, affecting the arms and upper body. Climbing stairs, lifting objects can be difficult

Muscle weakness

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Pain or cramping Pain, especially in the lower back, legs, or shoulders, can occur, often described as sharp or achy

Pain and cramping

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As the condition advances, facial weakness and difficulty with eye movements or tasks like speaking, chewing, swallowing may develop

Eye and facial movements

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 In severe cases, GBS can affect the nerves that control the respiratory system, causing shortness of breath. It requires attention

Breathing difficulties

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GBS can lead to irregular heartbeats, blood pressure fluctuations, or difficulty with bladder and bowel control

Autonomic symptoms

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GBS can affect the autonomic nerves controlling the heart, causing irregular heart rhythms, increasing the risk of cardiovascular issues

Heartbeats

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 GBS can cause unstable blood pressure, resulting in sudden increases or decreases, which can lead to dizziness or fainting

Blood pressure fluctuations

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GBS may impact the autonomic nervous system, leading to difficulties in controlling bladder and bowel functions

Bladder and bowel control

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