Goog thoughts and Prayers for my Niece Erin

[nunyadam]

I found out just the other day one of my nieces has Guillain-Barre syndrome. The outlook is good, but it is going to be a long road to recovery.

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Guillain-Barre syndrome is an uncommon inflammatory disorder in which your body's immune system attacks your nerves, typically causing severe weakness and numbness that usually starts in your extremities and quickly worsens. Eventually your whole body can become paralyzed, even the muscles used for breathing.

The exact cause of Guillain-Barre syndrome is unknown, but it sometimes is triggered by a respiratory infection or the stomach flu. Luckily, this potentially deadly disorder is relatively rare, occurring worldwide in only one or two people per 100,000. All age groups can be affected, but it occurs most often in young adults and the elderly.

In its most severe form, Guillain-Barre syndrome is a medical emergency requiring hospitalization. About 30 percent of the people who have the disorder will temporarily need the help of a machine to breathe.

There is no cure for the disorder, but several treatments can ease symptoms and reduce the duration of the illness. Most people recover completely from even the most severe cases of Guillain-Barre syndrome.

the quote is from this link http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/gui...ndrome/DS00413

[The Real Bingo]

Best of luck and best wishes to your niece and your family, Nunya.

[no1_vern]

I wish you guys the best and hope she will recover quickly.

[Knothead]

Anything that's got two names, I take seriously!

That's the one that Joseph Heller (Catch-22) contracted...I believe he recovered, even at his his advanced age. I only mention that to say that Erin's in good company.

I'm glad to hear the prognosis is good; but you're right to make this thread, let's all tuck a prayer for her under the pillow tonight...Be well, Erin!

[nunyadam]

They started Plasmapheresis today instead of the Intravenous immunoglobulin She was getting. The Mayo Clinic says one is just as good as the other, But the Doctors at work say Different. https://www.memorialmedical.com/default.aspx and http://www.siumed.edu/ .

She is a very lucky girl to have Top notch medical care available right here in Springfield.

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* Plasmapheresis. This treatment — also known as plasma exchange — is a type of "blood cleansing" in which damaging antibodies are removed from your blood. Plasmapheresis consists of removing the liquid portion of your blood (plasma) and separating it from the actual blood cells. The blood cells are then put back into your body, which manufactures more plasma to make up for what was removed. It's not clear why this treatment works, but scientists believe that plasmapheresis rids plasma of certain antibodies that contribute to the immune system attack on the peripheral nerves.


Intravenous immunoglobulin. Immunoglobulin contains healthy antibodies from blood donors. High doses of immunoglobulin can block the damaging antibodies that may contribute to Guillain-Barre syndrome.

[Shipuuden]

Good luck to you and your neice, I hope it works out for the best.

[Martoch]

You've got it, Mike.

[Sweet]

I pray and wish the best for a speedy recovery.

Take Care BabyGirl..........

Things can get better day by day......

smiles, laughs and hugs to you....