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Is Guillain Barre syndrome contagious?

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Answer:

No it is not contagious or hereditary

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What is the treatment for guillain-barre syndrome?
IVIG Intravenous immunoglobulin
What leads to Guillain-Barre syndrome?
It often follows an acute infection, such as a heavy cold. It is an auto-immune disorder which affects the peripheral nervous system.
Is guillain barre syndrome a virus?
No, but it usually starts from a virus or infection.
How do you pronounce guillain barre syndrome?
Guillain-Barre syndrome is pronounced gee-yawn bar-ray syndrome.
What are symptoms of Guillain-Barre syndrome?
Muscle weakness in the legs occurs first, then the arms and face. Paresthesias (a prickly, tingling sensation) is also felt