About Guillain-Barré Syndrome

Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) is a disease characterized by muscle weakness and sometimes paralysis. GBS can last for weeks to months. Most people eventually recover completely or nearly completely, but some people have permanent nerve damage and between about two percent of people who develop GBS die. GBS affects people of both sexes and all ages, and has been reported in all races.

• CDC: Guillain-Barré syndrome and Flu Vaccine
  GBS is often preceded by an infection such as Campylobacter jejuni . Some studies also show a possible connection between influenza vaccination and GBS.