Guillain-Barre Syndrome

Guillain-Barre syndrome symptoms include:

• Prickling “pins and needles” sensation in fingers, toes, ankles, or wrists
• Weakness in legs that spreads to upper body
• Unsteady walking and/or inability to walk or climb stairs
• Difficulty with eye or facial movements (including speaking, chewing,and swallowing)
• Severe pain (may worsen at night)
• Difficulty with bladder control and/or bowel function
• Rapid heart rate
• Low or high blood pressure
• Difficulty breathing

Guillain-Barre syndrome usually has its on set following a respiratory or digestive tract infection, but its exact cause is unknown.

Learn about the holistic therapies we may use to treat Guillain-Barre syndrome.