Guillain-Barre syndrome has gained attention due to a possible link with COVID-19. Experts what the disease is as well as causes, symptoms and treatment.

Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) poses a diagnostic challenge due to its misleading symptoms, the lack of a definitive test, and similarities with other conditions. Early detection is crucial to prevent ...

Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is a rare, autoimmune disease that sees the body's own immune system damages the nerves. It causes muscle weakness and sometimes paralysis, the U.S. Centers for ...

GBS is a neurological disorder in which the immune system attacks the nervous system. The first symptom is often a tingling, “pins-and-needles” sensation in the legs, which can gradually creep ...

Group B streptococcus (GBS) is a bacteria about 25% of pregnant women carry. It's rare for babies to get GBS disease from their mothers during labor, but it can be very harmful.

Even though GBS is categorized as a rare disease, Donofrio said that GBS is widely lectured on in medical school and tends to have more identifiable symptoms than other rare ailments.

Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS) is an inflammatory disease that affects the nerves. It is thought to be an autoimmune disorder, and while the cause is not fully understood, it often arises after a ...

Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) is a rare neuromuscular condition that can cause rapid paralysis. Diagnosing GBS is challenging, and misdiagnosis can lead to delayed treatment and potentially long ...

Invasive Group B Streptococcus (GBS) disease, notably meningitis, during the first days and months of a baby's life can have persistent effects for children and hence their families, according to ...

Rare Diseases Guillain-Barré syndrome reported in few Johnson & Johnson vaccine recipients: What is the rare nerve disorder? The disorder occurs when a person’s immune system damages the nerves ...

Group B Streptococcus, which people may call group B strep (GBS), is a type of bacterium that causes GBS disease. GBS can lead to meningitis, which is an infection of the lining of the brain and ...