What Is GBS?
10. Treatment
GBS is treatable, and most people with the condition will go on to make a full recovery. However, it is still a very serious condition and most people with it will need to be hospitalized. Patients can expect to stay in hospital from anywhere between a few weeks and a few months. Much of the treatment involved will treat the symptoms to help keep the patient safe, and make them more comfortable.
In order to treat the cause, the patient will typically undergo plasma exchange (plasmapheresis), and/or intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG). These will help to remove harmful substances while also stabilizing the immune system.
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