Guillain-Barré Syndrome | Mechanism & Presentation

The video explains Guillain-Barré syndrome, an acquired condition caused by infections like cytomegalovirus. It details the immune response, where antibodies mistakenly attack myelin sheaths, leading to nerve damage. The syndrome affects both motor and sensory nerves, unlike motor neuron diseases. Symptoms progress rapidly in a distal to proximal pattern, but recovery is possible.

What distinguishes Guillain-Barré syndrome from other motor neuron diseases?

Describe the pattern of sensory and motor loss in Guillain-Barré syndrome.

What are the potential outcomes of Guillain-Barré syndrome in terms of recovery?