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Guillain-Barre Syndrome

  
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There is no cure for Guillain-Barre syndrome. However, many treatments are available to help reduce symptoms, treat complications, and speed up recovery. When symptoms are severe, the patient wi...[read article]
NOTICE: This condition is a medical emergency. Call 911 for immediate care.

Tests for Guillain-Barre Syndrome

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A neurological examination is an essential component of a comprehensive physical examination . It is a systematic examination that surveys the functioning of nerves...  More
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient's body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems. A typical physical ex...  More
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Electromyography (EMG) is a test that checks the health of the muscles and the nerves that control the muscles. See also: Nerve conduction velocity test  More
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Nerve conduction velocity (NCV) is a test of the speed of signals through a nerve.  More
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CSF total protein is a test to determine the amount of protein in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF. CSF is a clear fluid that circulates in the space surrounding the spinal...  More
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Ganglioside GM1 Antibody Assay Test
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Ganglioside GQ1b Antibody Assay Test
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A biopsy is the removal of a small piece of tissue for laboratory examination.  More
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A biopsy is the removal of a small piece of tissue for laboratory examination.  More
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Lumbar puncture (LP) is the technique of using a needle to withdraw cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from the spinal canal. CSF is the clear, watery liquid that protects t...  More
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A nerve biopsy is the removal of a small piece of a nerve for examination.  More
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Medical Procedures for Guillain-Barre Syndrome

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Plasmapheresis is a blood purification procedure used to treat several autoimmune diseases. It is also known as therapeutic plasma exchange.  More
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Physical therapists provide services to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain , and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities among those sufferin...  More
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Prescribed Medications for Guillain-Barre Syndrome

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IMMUNE GLOBULIN helps to prevent or reduce the severity of certain infections in patients who are at risk. This medicine is collected from the pooled blood of many ...  More
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