Cures and E.T.C
Can you treat G.B.S?
Yes, there is a treatment but it takes a long time.
Is it contagious?
no, it is not.
How would having GBS affect a babysitter?
They would lose their job because they would not be able to babysit.
What is Guillian Barre Syndrome?
It is when your immune system attacks and damages your nervous system.
Is Guillian Barre Syndrome Permanent?
No, Guillian Barre Syndrome only ranges from 6 months to 3 years.
What is Immunoglobulin therapy?
Immunoglobulin containing healthy antibodies from blood donors is given through a vein. High doses of immunoglobulin can block the damaging antibodies that may contribute to Guillain-Barre syndrome.
Is it common?
no
How would having GBS affect a football player?
It would cause them to lose their job, as it would cause paralysis and make it impossible to play.
How would Guillain Barre Syndrome effect your ability to go throughout the day?
It would effect your day very much by making you paralyzed, and you would most likely be hospitalize
What are me and my partners names?
Alex and Andrew.
What is plasma exchange?
It is when the liquid portion of part of your blood is removed and separated from your blood cells, so that it gets rid of any impurities in the liquid part.
What is one of the main things related to having Guillian Barre Syndrome?
Having an infection in the resent past.
How would having GBS affect a parent?
They would not be able to play with their child. and they would have to be at a hospital constantly.
Would G.B.S effect your ability to play spots
Yes, a lot
About how many cases of Guillian Barre Syndrome are there in the U.S.A.?
Around 20,000
What are the two treatments for Guillian Barre Syndrome
Plasma exchange and Immunoglobulin therapy.
In some resources people say the johnson and jhonson COVID-19 vaccine can cause G.B.S, is this true?
Yes, it is true
How would having GBS affect a P.E. teacher?
The would not be able to teach as they would be paralyzed and teaching P.E. requires movement.
How would G.B.S effect your way you do everyday jobs
It would become almost impossible to move, so you would not be able to do jobs.
What is the fatality rate of GBS
4%-7%
Is there a cure for G.B.S?
No, there is no known cure only things to speed up the healing process but even then it still takes time
Do we know for sure what causes GBS?
No, we do not.
How would having GBS affect a student?
It would make it very hard for them to get to class, and it would be impossible to participate in P.E.
How would having GBS affect your ability to move?
It would stop you from moving.
How does GBS affect your nervous system?
It tears the myelin sheath (outer part of the nerve)