Guillain-Barre syndrome

What is Guillain-Barre syndrome? Guillain-Barre syndrome (pronounced ghee-yan bah-ray) is a rare illness in which antibodies and immune cells in your body’s immune system attack the nerves connecting your brain and spinal cord with the rest of your body. This causes weakness, numbness or paralysis. When the immune system attacks the body, it is called an autoimmune condition. You may need treatment in hospital for some time, but most people with Guillain-Barre syndrome recover well. What are the symptoms of Guillain-Barre syndrome? Guillain-Barre syndrome can start in many different ways. It usually begins with tingling or weakness in your legs that may spread