7 Symptoms Of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) To Watch Out For

Pune is currently grappling with Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS), a rare neurological disorder linked to contaminated food and water. Here are symptoms to watch out for: Muscle weakness and tingling: The initial symptoms of GBS often include muscle weakness and tingling sensations (paresthesia), typically starting in the feet and legs and progressing to the arms and faceDifficulty walking or climbing stairs: Muscle weakness in the legs can make basic movements like walking or climbing stairs challengingDeep Muscular Pain: Many individuals experience deep muscular pain, particularly in the back and legsParalysis: In severe cases, paralysis can occur in the legs, arms, or facial muscles, and in extreme situations, near-total paralysis may developChest Muscle Weakness: Around one-third of people with GBS may experience chest muscle weakness, leading to difficulty breathingSpeech, Swallowing & Vision Issues: Difficulty speaking, swallowing (dysphagia), moving the eyes, or other vision problems are also common symptomsBilateral Impact: The symptoms usually affect both sides of the body and often come on suddenly