How do medications treat Guillain-Barre syndrome?

Diana Meeks on behalf of Sigma Nursing

Family Practitioner

Although corticosteroids have been tested as a treatment option for Guillain-Barre syndrome, they have been found to be detrimental. One treatment option involves removing the blood, separating the blood cells from the plasma, and returning the cells to the body. Another treatment option is to inject high doses of immunoglobulin with healthy antibodies into the blood to help fight against whatever is causing Guillain-Barre syndrome.

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Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS)

Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) is a rare condition in which your immune system attacks your nervous system. The first symptoms involve weakness and tingling in your legs. These symptoms can become so bad that you can't use your muscles at all. There is no known cure for GBS but there are therapies that can help you to recover and deal with any complications. You can recover totally or you may have some lingering symptoms for as much as a few years. If someone with GBS becomes totally paralyzed it should be considered a medical emergency.

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