GBS

Question 1

Define GBS

Answer 1

GBS is a reversible (usually), autoimmune, neurodegenerative, deymyelinating disorder in the PNS caused by inflammation or viral infections

Question 2

Describe some signs and symptoms of GBS

Answer 2

Symmetrical limb weakness
usually starting in the lower limb and ascends to upper limb
pins and needles
unsteady gait
difficulty with eye/facial movements
severe pain
difficulty with bowel/bladder control
respiratory/cardiac function

Question 3

What are the four types of GBS

Answer 3

Acute inflammatory demyelinating polyradiculoneuropathy
Miller Fisher Syndrome
Acute motor axonal neuropathy
Acute motor sensory axonal neuropathy

Question 4

How is GBS diagnosed?

Answer 4

Clinical history
Blood tests
EMG
Lumbar Puncture