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Is there any chance for recurrence of GBS?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

My girlfriend suffers from a very rare disorder called GBS (Guillain-Barre syndrome). Initially, she was attacked by the virus three years back and was treated successfully. Now, it has relapsed before two days. I want to ask how this is going to affect our future married life. Is there any chance of recurrence?

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your question with care and understood your concern. As per theory, between 5% and 10% of patients with typical GBS (Guillain-Barre syndrome) have one or more late relapse. Such cases are then classified as chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP). Yes, there is a chance of recurrence. But, this can be treated. Hence, this will not affect your married life in the future.

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Published At June 5, 2016
Reviewed AtJuly 28, 2023

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