Guillain-Barre can occur even if an individual does not get a vaccination. Among those who received the flu vaccine, fewer than 10 in 1 million experienced Guillain-Barre, far less than the number of potentially fatal cases of influenza. There is no known cure for the syndrome. Treatments include immunoglobulin therapy, in which the body receives an injection of the naturally occurring proteins that help attack invading organisms. Steroid hormones also are used to help alleviate symptoms.
Some cases require treatment in the intensive care units of hospitals.
Severe cases often require the use of a respirator or heart monitor. Typically, a patient will recover within a month of diagnosis. The organization provides educational information to interested parties and can help Guillain-Barre patients identify resources for recovery. Wrightsboro Road, Suite 51, Augusta, GA 30909. The Augusta Chronicle .