Dysphagia in Guillain Barre Syndrome

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This paper describes and discusses the problem of dysphagia in Guillane Barre Syndrome. The paper includes an overview of the disorder with a focus on dysphagia. The paper discusses the prevalence of dysphagia in Guillane Barre Syndrome, treatment options available and the efficacy of such options.

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"According to Ann Walling Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS) is the leading cause of flaccid paralysis in western countries. GBS is a syndrome in which the body's immune system attacks part of the nervous system. The first symptoms of this disorder include varying degrees of weakness or tingling sensations in the legs. In many instances the weakness and abnormal sensations spread to the arms and upper body. These symptoms can increase in intensity until the muscles cannot be used at all and the patient is almost completely paralyzed.

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