Dengue Guillain-Barré Syndrome | Dengue and Guillain-Barré: What’s the Relationship Between the Two Diseases? | life

Number of Peruvians affected by the virus dengue and Guillain-Barré Syndrome continue to grow worryingly. It is no coincidence that this is the case in our country, as various studies and experts have shown that these two diseases are intrinsically related.

To date, figures from the Ministry of Health (Minsa) show that about 207,000 people have been infected with dengue across the country. Meanwhile, nearly 200 Peruvians across the country suffer from Guillain-Barre syndrome.

There are several reasons for the exponential increase in cases: One of them is the link between two conditions. Dr. Felipe Carrillo Ramos, a neurologist at the Stella Maris Clinic, explains that while there is a relationship between Guillain-Barré syndrome and dengue (the latter often acting as a trigger for the former); not everyone develops both conditions, Not to mention neurological complications.

Guillain-Barré syndrome is an autoimmune disorder that affects the peripheral nervous system. Dengue, meanwhile, is a viral disease that causes high fever, rashes, and muscle and joint pain.

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“According to the National Institutes of Health, Guillain-Barré syndrome has been associated with a variety of infections, such as viruses, Zika, dengue, and even HIV, hepatitis A, and some bacteria.From this follows the importance of preventing the spread of these diseases; considering that an increase in any of them; could trigger an epidemic

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Dr. Felipe Carrillo Ramos, a neurologist at the Stella Maris Clinic; points out that people should be aware of possible symptoms of Guillen Barre: weakness or tingling in the legs, arms and face. In severe cases, speech and the ability to swallow food may be affected.

However, most of these conditions usually last for a few weeks and patients usually recover fully without serious long-term neurological complications; according to the World Health Organization (WHO).

In such cases, doctors recommend the following precautions to avoid any unexpected situations that may harm people’s health:

1. handwashing. Wash with soap and water before and after handling food. This practice helps protect the body from the entry of harmful bacteria or viruses.
2. washing fruits and vegetables. Any food that is not cleaned properly can trigger a health condition. Experts also recommend avoiding foods of dubious origin.
3. Flu vaccine. The virus has been linked to both diseases. Therefore, corresponding immunizations are recommended, especially for those over 60 years of age.

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