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Treatment of Guillain-Barre syndrome!

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Dr. Radhika AmulrajAcupuncturist • 18 Years Exp.MD - Acupuncture, Diploma In Accupuncture, Advanced Diploma In Accupuncture
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Treatment of Guillain-Barre syndrome

Homeopathic Treatment of Guillain-Barre syndrome
Acupuncture & Acupressure Treatment of Guillain-Barre syndrome
Psychotherapy Treatment of Guillain-Barre syndrome
Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Guillain-Barre syndrome
Surgical Treatment of Guillain-Barre syndrome
Dietary & Herbal Treatment of Guillain-Barre syndrome
Other Treatment of Guillain-Barre syndrome
What is Guillain-Barre syndrome
Symptoms of Guillain-Barre syndrome
Causes of Guillain-Barre syndrome
Risk factors of Guillain-Barre syndrome
Complications of Guillain-Barre syndrome
Lab Investigations and Diagnosis of Guillain-Barre syndrome
Precautions & Prevention of Guillain-Barre syndrome
Treatment of Guillain-Barre syndrome

Homeopathic Treatment of Guillain-Barre syndrome

Homeopathy is effective and safe treatment of Guillain Barre Syndrome. Homeopathic treatment helps both acute and chronic complaints of GB Syndrome. It helps by correcting the altered immune system. The medicines are very effective in treating the residual symptoms of Guillain-Barré syndrome. It also helps to reduce muscle weakness. Some of the homeopathic medicines for treatment of Guillain-Barre syndrome are:

Alumina
Calc
Cimic
Conium
Plumbum

Acupuncture and Acupressure Treatment of Guillain Barre Syndrome

Acupuncture offers hope to patients of Guillain Barre Syndrome. It works on the basis of individuals energy system by stimulating condition specific acupoints. Response has been found very encouraging.

Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy of Guillain Barre Syndrome

Psychotherapy and hypnotherapy can help patients in keeping healthy positive mindset and positive approach towards life.

Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Guillain-Barre syndrome

Allopathic Treatment of Guillain-Barre syndrome includes Intravenous immunoglobulin. High doses of immunoglobulin can block the damaging antibodies that may contribute to Guillain-Barre syndrome.

What is Guillain-Barre syndrome?

Guillain-Barre syndrome is a disorder in which your body’s immune system attacks your nerves. Inflammation of the peripheral nerves leads to a tingly, numbing sensation in the arms and legs. This can eventually result in a short-term loss of feeling and movement.

Symptoms of Guillain-Barre syndrome

Weakness or tingling sensations in your legs
Inability to walk
Prickling sensations in your fingers, toes or both
Severe pain in your lower back
Low or high blood pressure
Progressive muscle weakness
Difficulty with eye movement and speech
Difficulty with chewing or swallowing, resulting in feeding through a tube
Difficulty breathing

Causes of Guillain-Barre syndrome

The exact cause of Guillain-Barre syndrome is unknown. An infection affecting either the lungs or the digestive tract precedes the disorder. But scientists don’t know why such an infection can lead to Guillain-Barre syndrome.

Risk factors of Guillain-Barre syndrome

Young adult or an older adult
Infection with campylobacter
Mycoplasma pneumonia
Surgery
Mononucleosis
Epstein-Barr virus and Influenza virus
HIV, the virus that causes AIDS

Complications of Guillain-Barre syndrome

Breathing difficulties
Cardiovascular problems
Residual numbness or other sensations
Bowel and bladder function problems
Neuropathic pain
Blood clots
Pressure sores
Relapse 

Diagnosis of Guillain-Barre syndrome

Diagnosis of Guillain-Barre syndrome involves the following tests:

Medical history
Spinal tap (lumbar puncture)
Electromyography
Nerve conduction studies

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