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Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS) can be triggered by infections or immunizations. The influenza vaccination has been associated with an increased risk of GBS. Following a vaccination, an autoimmune response occurs which affects the peripheral nervous system. GBS can present with a variety of neurological symptoms such as numbness, tingling, and weakness. The myelin portion of the nerves is affected by the inflammation resulting in motor dysfunction. Cases have been reported following administration of influenza, Hepatitis B, MMR, HPV, Varicella, and Meningococcal vaccinations.

GBS is considered a rare disease. Nevertheless, there are approximately 3,000 to 6,000 individuals who are afflicted by GBS each year, according to the CDC. GBS can result in permanent leg or arm weakness and paralysis. GBS can result in death.

What Are the Symptoms of Guillain-Barré Syndrome?

The symptoms of Guillain-Barré Syndrome start with weakness or tingling in the feet/legs or hands/arms. The sensation can spread until the person becomes paralyzed.

Common symptoms include:

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What Vaccines Lead to GBS?

Guillain-Barré syndrome can stem from many different medical conditions. Patients often do not recognize the symptoms right away, as it can take up to several weeks after the vaccination for the symptoms to surface.

These are some of the most commonly reported vaccines that have led to GBS:

Patients who develop GBS often face a long recovery. While GBS is treatable, the time and effort it takes to heal varies greatly. If after a vaccination you begin feeling the symptoms of GBS, do not hesitate to seek medical attention. Our role is to help you determine whether or not your illness stemmed from a reaction to a vaccine.

What Causes Guillain-Barré Syndrome?

Scientists are not sure what causes Guillain-Barré, but they do know the disease is not contagious. When GBS is triggered in a patient, their immune system begins to attack itself. The immune system attacks the myelin sheath that surrounds the axons of peripheral nerves as well as the axons themselves.

The myelin sheath is responsible for the transmission of nerve signals. When myelin sheath is injured or broken the nerves are unable to transmit signals efficiently. This is why the muscles begin to lose their ability to respond to the brain’s signals. The nerve network is a two-way street meaning, the patient may lose the ability to respond to other sensations like heat, pain, or extreme cold.

How is Guillain-Barré Syndrome treated?

GBS does not currently have a cure but there are treatments to help patients recover. The two most common therapies available to patients are plasma exchange and high-dose immunoglobulin (IVIG) therapy. The critical aspect of both therapy plans is to keep the patient’s body working during recovery. Some patients must be placed on ventilator assistance to ensure they are able to breathe.

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This is the time to focus on recovery. Our commitment to you once you retain our services is to handle the legal aspects of your case. We are professional, courteous, and one of the highest-rated vaccine injury firms across the country.

The Vaccine Injury Compensation Program pays reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs separately from any compensation award. Therefore, you do not need to worry about any out of pocket expenses to prosecute your case. Our law firm never requests our clients to advance any type of cost in prosecuting their case.

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Common Answers To Your Questions

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  • How Common Are Vaccine Injuries?

    According to extensive research and surveillance systems, vaccine injuries are relatively rare. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) closely monitors vaccine safety through the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) and the Vaccine Safety Datalink (VSD), among other systems. These systems enable continuous monitoring of adverse events following immunization, allowing for the detection of any potential safety concerns.

    According to the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP), which compensates individuals injured by vaccines, less than 1% of vaccine doses result in adverse reactions. These reactions range from mild, such as soreness at the injection site, to more severe but still rare, such as an allergic reaction.

    Various studies have shown that adverse events following vaccination are extremely low. For example, a Vaccine Safety Datalink study reports that severe allergic reactions (known as anaphylaxis) occur at a rate of about 1.31 per million doses administered for vaccines recommended for children and adults.

    Other serious adverse events, such as encephalitis and Guillain-Barre Syndrome, are even rarer, with rates ranging from less than one per million to one per several million doses administered.

  • Can Meningococcal Vaccines Cause Fever or Illness?

    Yes, a small percentage of patients experience side effects including:

    • Fatigue
    • Fever
    • Nausea
    • Or diarrhea after a vaccine

    The MenB vaccine is more likely to cause side effects than MenACWY, though either could generate a reaction. These symptoms normally disappear 3-5 days after the vaccine was administered. If symptoms persist outside of this timeframe, patients may need to seek follow-up care to test for more serious complications.

  • Do I have a Case for Damages?

    If you or a loved one experiences severe side effects after a meningococcal vaccine, it’s important to keep detailed records to be used as evidence down the line. Medical documents and bills should be copied or scanned so you have backups. Then, speak to a lawyer.

    They can advise you on whether you have a claim and help you gather and organize the evidence and start the filing process. In a time that’s likely filled with stress, fear, and sadness, it’s important to have someone who knows the rules and procedures on your side.

  • What Are the Different Types of Meningococcal Vaccines and When Are They Typically Given?

    There are two types of meningococcal vaccines, MenACWY and MenB:

    • MenACWY should be given to teens and pre-teens; a booster dose should be given 4-5 years after the initial vaccine.
    • MenB vaccines may be given to older teens between 16 and 18. The vaccine is typically administered in 2 doses.

    For children younger than 10 and adults, MenACWY is only recommended for patients with certain risk factors. Likewise, MenB may be administered to children over 10 and adults who are at higher risk for certain types of meningitis.

  • What Can I Get From a Vaccine Claim?

    Serious vaccine injury can result in disability or even wrongful death. This kind of tragedy can utterly devastate the family involved.

    While nothing can make up for this kind of loss, filing for compensation either with the VICP or in court can help families recover:

    • Medical costs covering complications
    • Projected future medical costs
    • Loss of consortium
    • Legal fees
  • Can Meningococcal Vaccines Cause Meningitis?
    No. A meningococcal vaccine is not “live”—it consists of proteins re-combined to mimic the bacteria that can cause meningitis. Even among populations with weak immune systems, the vaccine should not cause infection. However, it is advised that patients who do ill not receive the vaccine.