Clinical specialities
Myasthenia gravis & GBS
Assessment of nerve and muscle weakness.
Understanding the condition
Myasthenia gravis affects communication between nerves and muscles. Guillain–Barré syndrome (GBS) can cause rapidly developing weakness after an immune response. They are different conditions requiring careful assessment.
Common signs and symptoms
- Drooping eyelids, double vision or fluctuating weakness
- Progressive weakness, sometimes starting in the legs
What an assessment may involve
A neurologist may assess strength and reflexes and consider blood tests, nerve studies or other investigations depending on symptoms.
When to seek help
Difficulty breathing or swallowing and rapidly progressing weakness require emergency attention. Call 112.
This information is educational and does not replace individual medical advice. Educational content is awaiting clinical review; it has not been marked as medically reviewed. For a medical emergency in India, call 112.
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