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Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is a rare disorder that causes muscle weakness and sometimes paralysis. It's caused by the body's immune system damaging nerves. While most cases are triggered by respiratory or gastrointestinal infections, vaccinations have also been linked to GBS pathogenesis. GBS can last from weeks to years, but most people start to recover within a few weeks. The earlier symptoms improve, the better the outlook. Physical therapy is important to prevent muscle contractures and deformities. Some people may experience long-term weakness, numbness, fatigue, or pain. A small percentage of people with GBS may have a relapse, which can cause muscle weakness years after symptoms end. On Jan 7, 2025, the FDA required and approved UPDATED safety labeling changes to the Prescribing Information for Abrysvo (Respiratory Syncytial Virus Vaccine) manufactured by Pfizer Inc. and Arexvy (Respiratory Syncytial Virus Vaccine, Adjuvanted) manufactured by GlaxoSmithKline Biologicals. Specifically, FDA has required each manufacturer to include a new warning about the risk for Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) following administration of their Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) vaccine. Who is most at risk for GBS? Where pregnant women affected? This is important information….listen in for details.
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Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is a rare disorder that causes muscle weakness and sometimes paralysis. It's caused by the body's immune system damaging nerves. While most cases are triggered by respiratory or gastrointestinal infections, vaccinations have also been linked to GBS pathogenesis. GBS can last from weeks to years, but most people start to recover within a few weeks. The earlier symptoms improve, the better the outlook. Physical therapy is important to prevent muscle contractures and deformities. Some people may experience long-term weakness, numbness, fatigue, or pain. A small percentage of people with GBS may have a relapse, which can cause muscle weakness years after symptoms end. On Jan 7, 2025, the FDA required and approved UPDATED safety labeling changes to the Prescribing Information for Abrysvo (Respiratory Syncytial Virus Vaccine) manufactured by Pfizer Inc. and Arexvy (Respiratory Syncytial Virus Vaccine, Adjuvanted) manufactured by GlaxoSmithKline Biologicals. Specifically, FDA has required each manufacturer to include a new warning about the risk for Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) following administration of their Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) vaccine. Who is most at risk for GBS? Where pregnant women affected? This is important information….listen in for details.

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