Symptoms of GUILLAIN-BARRÉ SYNDROME

Guillian-Barre syndrome produces changes in sensation or weakness. The early stages of the disease often involve the arms or legs. The disease may progress, frequently over several days. The muscles of breathing can be affected, in its severest form eventually leading to the requirement of a ventilator. Complete paralysis may develop, including muscles that move the eyes and allow for swallowing, and can last for many months. There may be cold hands or feet, rapid heart beat and sweating. Recovery can take weeks months, and often requires extensive physical therapy to strengthen the involved muscles once they have had there nerve recover.