1. ACUTE IDIOPATHIC POLYNEURITIS acute idiopathic polyneuritis A form of peripheral neuropathy that results inthe temporary loss of movement and sensation due to inflammation of multiple http://www.medhelp.org/glossary2/new/GLS_0115.HTM

ACUTE IDIOPATHIC POLYNEURITIS - A form of peripheral neuropathy that results in the temporary loss of movement and sensation due to inflammation of multiple nerves (and loss of myelin ). The exact cause is unknown but has been associated with an abnormal immune response to viral infection . Complete recovery can take up to six months. Med Help Home Search Ask the Doctor Patient Network The medical glossary has been made possible by a generous donation from:

2. Guillain-Barré Syndrome acute idiopathic polyneuritis. Also referred to as GuillainBarré Syndrome (GBS), is a rapidly progressive ascending http://www.ndrf.org/guillain.htm

NDRF National Dysautonomia Research Foundation 1407 W Fourth Street, Suite 160, Red Wing, MN 55066-2108 Phone: (651) 267-0525 Fax: (651) 267-0524 Be sure to visit the NDRF Reference Page where you can learn more about the NDRF Patient Handbook, Videos and other reference materials. Acute Idiopathic Polyneuritis Also referred to as Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS), is a rapidly progressive ascending paralyzing disorder of the peripheral nerves, those outside the brain and spinal cord. It often follows a gastrointestinal or respiratory infection. An autoimmune mechanism e.g. triggered by an infection, has been postulated as the cause of GBS. It typically can begin with abnormal feelings (such as tingling, prickling, or burning sensations) of the feet, followed by weakness and even paralysis of the legs, ascending up the trunk to involve the arms and face. Other features of GBS include absent or decreased deep tendon reflexes such as knee jerk, and an increase in the protein content of cerebrospinal fluid without a corresponding increase in cells. Electrodiagnostic studies of nerves and muscles help to confirm the diagnosis. Mimickers of GBS, such as porphyria and heavy metal poisoning can be ruled out with appropriate studies. Joel S. Steinberg, M.D., Ph.D

3. Guillain-Barre Syndrome Support Group - Historic And Alternative Names syndrome; acute idiopathic polyneuritis AIP; acute inflammatory (oridiopathic or immune) demyelinating poly(radiculo)neuropathy - AIDP; http://www.gbs.org.uk/alternatives.html

LCC Offices Eastgate, Sleaford Lincolnshire, NG34 7EB Tel/fax: 01529 304615 E-mail: admin@gbs.org.uk Registered UK Charity No 327314 Heidi's GBS Rehabilitation Survey Feeling tired? Having difficulty with physical activities and New Year's Resolutions? Interested in increasing your exercise or fitness? If so, You can help us Join e-mail list Subscribe Unsubscribe Latest Immunisation Notes Spotlight on the Office Conference/AGM 2003 The next Conference and AGM will be on 12 April 2003 at the Huntingdon Marriott , Kingfisher Way, Hinchingbrooke Business Park, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire More Information Menu (If your browser does not support JavaScript, click here Main Information Page Brief Information Overview * Quick Guide to GBS and CIDP * The GBS Patient in Intensive Care ('The Red Book') * Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyradiculoneuropathy (CIDP) * Childhood GBS * Peripheral Nerve Disorders Miller Fisher Syndrome Severe and Axonal GBS Multifocal Motor Neuropathy Paraproteinaemic Demyelinating Neuropathy Other Variants and Related Conditions Immunisation Issues * After GBS (Includes Carer's Guide) Historic and Alternative Names The History of GBS Information Specially Written for Children Further Information for Health Professionals

4. EMedicine - Acute Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyradiculoneuropathy : Article Ex Words, and Related Terms acute idiopathic polyneuritis, acute inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy, ascending http://www.emedicine.com/neuro/byname/acute-inflammatory-demyelinating-polyradic

(advertisement) Excerpt from Acute Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyradiculoneuropathy Synonyms, Key Words, and Related Terms: acute idiopathic polyneuritis, acute inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy, ascending paralysis, Guillain-Barré syndrome, Guillain-Barré-Strohl syndrome, AIDP Please click here to view the full topic text: Acute Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyradiculoneuropathy Background: Acute inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (AIDP) is an autoimmune process that is characterized by progressive weakness and mild sensory changes. Many variants exist. In the West, the most common presentation is a subacute ascending paralysis. This is associated with distal paresthesias and loss of deep tendon reflexes. The condition usually plateaus after about 2-3 weeks before slowly improving. In 1859, Landry described 10 cases characterized by ascending paralysis and sensory changes. During World War I, Guillain, Barré, and Strohl described a series of patients with a similar presentation and decreased or absent deep tendon reflexes. They also described albuminocytologic dissociation in the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), ie, increased CSF protein in the absence of increased WBCs. This allowed them to differentiate AIDP from poliomyelitis, the most common acute paralytic syndrome of that era. (AIDP often is referred to as Guillain-Barré syndrome [GBS]). Myelin breakdown and axonal degeneration were observed in nerve biopsies from patients with AIDP by Haymaker and Kernohan in 1949. An allergic etiology was suggested by Krucke in 1955 after he observed lymphocytic infiltrates within biopsy specimens. An autoimmune process was supported by Waksman and Adams when they created the experimental allergic neuritis model by injecting peripheral nerve tissue into rodents.

5. Guillain Barre' Syndrome Guillain Barre' Syndrome. (acute idiopathic polyneuritis). GuillainBarré (Ghee-yaw Bah-ray) Syndrome, also called http://www.angelfire.com/home/gbs

G uillain B arre' S yndrome (Acute Idiopathic Polyneuritis) Guillain-Barré (Ghee-yaw Bah-ray) Syndrome, also called acute inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy and Landry's ascending paralysis, is a disorder of the peripheral nerves, those outside the brain and spinal cord. It is typically characterized by the rapid onset of muscle weakness and often, paralysis of the legs, arms and breathing muscles. The cause of Guillain-Barre' syndrome is not known; and why the disorder only occurs in certain patients is still not known. Research to date indicates that the nerves of the GBS patient are attacked by the body's own defense system against disease-antibodies and white blood cells. As a result of this autoimmune attack, the nerve insulation (myelin) and sometimes even the covered conducting part of the nerve (axon) is damaged. The rapid onset of (ascending) weakness, frequently accompanied by abnormal sensations and pain that affect both sides of the body similarly, is a common presenting picture, and quite often, the patient's symptoms and physical exam are sufficient to indicate the diagnosis. The severity of Guillain-Barre' syndrome can vary greatly. In its milder form, it may cause a waddling or ducklike gait, and perhaps some tingling and upper limb weakness that may briefly, for days or weeks, impair a patients lifestyle. Some primary care physicians have described patients who complained of mild brief tingling and/or limb weakness accompanying or following a viral illness, such as a sore throat or diarrhea. Such a set of symptoms may represent a very mild form of GBS. In contrast to such mild forms, at the other extreme a GBS patient may become almost totally paralyzed and fraught with complications.

6. Guillain-Barre Syndrome - Neurologychannel A description of GuillainBarre syndrome, also known as Landry's ascending paralysis and acute idiopathic polyneuritis. Includes symptoms, diagnosis, causes and treatment. http://neurologychannel.com/guillain/

Home Search SiteMap Ask the Dr. ... Medical Store advertisement advertisement GUILLAIN-BARRE SYNDROME Overview Causes Symptoms Diagnosis ... Prognosis CONDITIONS ADHD ALS Alzheimer's Disease Autism ... Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Cephalic Disorders Cerebral Palsy Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease Dementia Encephalitis Epilepsy Essential Tremor ... Guillain-Barre Syndrome Headache Huntington's Disease Hydrocephalus Lou Gehrig's Disease ... Traumatic Brain Injury Vertigo TREATMENT OPTIONS Botulinum Toxin Therapy Epidural Injection Trigger Point Injection Vagus Nerve Stimulation RESOURCES Clinical Trials Links Videos ABOUT US Healthcommunities.com Pressroom Testimonial Overview Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is an inflammatory disorder of the peripheral nerves. The peripheral nerves convey sensory information (i.e., pain, temperature, etc.) from the body to the brain and motor (i.e., movement) signals from the brain to the body. GBS is characterized by weakness and numbness or tingling in the legs and arms, and possible loss of movement and feeling in the legs, arms, upper body, and face. Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyradicalneuropathy (CIDP), is considered to be a related form of Guillain-Barre syndrome. It is much less common than GBS, and evolves much more slowly and usually is longer lasting. Some CIDP patients experience periods of worsening and improvement, and individual relapses are often confused with GBS.

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8. Dorlands Medical Dictionary acute idiopathic polyneuritis, rapidly progressive ascending motor neuron paralysisof unknown etiology, frequently after an enteric or respiratory infection. http://www.mercksource.com/pp/us/cns/cns_hl_dorlands.jspzQzpgzEzzSzppdocszSzuszS

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1Up Health Alternative Medicine Clinical Trials Health News ... Health Topics A-Z Search 1Up Health Guillain-Barre syndrome Information Guide Alternative names : Acute idiopathic polyneuritis, Acute inflammatory polyneuropathy, Infectious polyneuritis, Landry-Guillain-Barre syndrome Definition : Guillain-Barre syndrome is a disorder caused by nerve inflammation involving progressive muscle weakness or paralysis , which often follows an infectious illness. Jump to a Section of this Guide Definition Causes, Incidence, and Risk Factors Symptoms Diagnosis, Signs, and Tests ... Calling your Health Care Provider Related Tools and Utilities Search Books on Amazon: Read Articles on eLibrary: Health Products on drugstore.com: AIDS Central pontine myelinolysis Deep venous thrombosis Herpes simplex ... More More Topics Acute Antibody Aspiration Breathing - slowed or stopped ... More Search 1Up Health A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org). URAC's accreditation program is the first of its kind, requiring compliance with 53 standards of quality and accountability, verified by independent audit. A.D.A.M. is among the first to achieve this important distinction for online health information and services. Learn more about A.D.A.M.'s editorial reviewers . A.D.A.M. is also a founding member of Hi-Ethics (www.hiethics.com) and subscribes to the principles of the Health on the Net Foundation (www.hon.ch). Home Contact Us Privacy Links Directory

11. University Of Miami School Of Medicine - Glossary - Acute Idiopathic Polyneuriti Medical Dictionary. acute idiopathic polyneuritis. Acute idiopathicpolyneuritis Also known as the GuillainBarre syndrome, a disorder http://www.med.miami.edu/patients/glossary/art.asp?articlekey=8011

12. ACUTE IDIOPATHIC POLYNEURITIS acute idiopathic polyneuritis A form of peripheral neuropathy that results in the temporary loss of movement and http://www.medhelp.org/glossary/new/GLS_0108.HTM

Welcome to .... Advertisement ACUTE IDIOPATHIC POLYNEURITIS - A form of peripheral neuropathy that results in the temporary loss of movement and sensation due to inflammation of multiple nerves (and loss of myelin ). The exact cause is unknown but has been associated with an abnormal immune response to viral infection . Complete recovery can take up to six months. Med Help International Search Ask the Doctor Forums Patient Network The medical glossary has been made possible by a generous donation from: (revised: 1996) Advertisement

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14. Guillain-Barré-Strohl Syndrome (names For) acute polyneuritis, acute febrile polyneuritis, acute idiopathic polyneuritis, acute infectious polyneuritis, acute http://www.whale.to/a/gbs3.html

Guillain-Barré-Strohl syndrome Also known as: Kussmaul-Landry syndrome Landry's syndrome Landry-Guillain-Barré syndrome Landry-Kussmaul syndrome Glanzmann-Saland syndrome (misnomer) Synonyms: http://www.whonamedit.com/synd.cfm/1766.html

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16. Guillain-Barre Syndrome LandryGuillain-Barre syndrome; acute idiopathic polyneuritis; Infectious polyneuritis;Acute inflammatory polyneuropathy. Causes, incidence, and risk factors http://www.umm.edu/ency/article/000684.htm

Disease Nutrition Surgery Symptoms Injury ... Z Related Programs at UM Medical Center Maryland Heart Center Home Medical Reference Encyclopedia (English) Toggle English Spanish Guillain-Barre syndrome Overview Symptoms Treatment Prevention Definition: Guillain-Barre syndrome is a disorder caused by nerve inflammation involving progressive muscle weakness or paralysis , which often follows an infectious illness. Alternative Names: Landry-Guillain-Barre syndrome; Acute idiopathic polyneuritis; Infectious polyneuritis; Acute inflammatory polyneuropathy Causes, incidence, and risk factors: Guillain-Barre syndrome is an acute type of nerve inflammation. The inflammation damages portions of the nerve cell, resulting in muscle weakness or paralysis and sensory loss. The damage usually includes loss of the myelin sheath of the nerve (demyelination ), which slows the conduction of impulses through the nerve. The damage can also cause denervation (kill the axon part of the nerve cell), which stops nerve function entirely. Without the axon, messages cannot be transferred from one nerve cell to another. The exact cause of this disorder is unknown. It may occur at any age but is most common in people of both sexes between the ages 30 and 50. It often follows a minor infection, usually a

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18. Health Ency.: Disease: Guillain-Barre Alternative names LandryGuillain-Barre syndrome; acute idiopathic polyneuritis;Infectious polyneuritis; Acute inflammatory polyneuropathy. Definition http://www.accessatlanta.com/shared/health/adam/ency/article/000684.html

SEARCH: The Web Yellow Pages HOME AJC.COM Illustrated Health Encyclopedia Important notice Ency. home Disease G Guillain-Barre Overview Symptoms Treatment Prevention Alternative names: Landry-Guillain-Barre syndrome; Acute idiopathic polyneuritis; Infectious polyneuritis; Acute inflammatory polyneuropathy Definition: Guillain-Barre is a disorder involving progressive muscle weakness or paralysis , usually following an infectious illness. It is related to inflammation of multiple nerves. Causes and Risks Guillain-Barre syndrome is an acute type of nerve inflammation. The inflammation damages portions of the nerve cell, resulting in muscle weakness or paralysis . The damage usually includes loss of the myelin sheath of the nerve demyelination ) ,which slows conduction of impulses through the nerve. The damage may also include destruction of the axon part of the nerve cell (denervation), which blocks conduction through the nerve. The exact cause of this disorder is not known. It usually follows a minor infection, usually a respiratory (lung) infection or gastrointestinal (gut) infection.

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LCC Offices Eastgate, Sleaford Lincolnshire, NG34 7EB Tel/fax: 01529 304615 E-mail: admin@gbs.org.uk Registered UK Charity No 327314 Heidi's GBS Rehabilitation Survey Feeling tired? Having difficulty with physical activities and New Year's Resolutions? Interested in increasing your exercise or fitness? If so, You can help us Join e-mail list Subscribe Unsubscribe Latest Immunisation Notes Spotlight on the Office Conference/AGM 2003 The next Conference and AGM will be on 12 April 2003 at the Huntingdon Marriott , Kingfisher Way, Hinchingbrooke Business Park, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire More Information Menu (If your browser does not support JavaScript, click here Main Information Page Brief Information Overview * Quick Guide to GBS and CIDP * The GBS Patient in Intensive Care ('The Red Book') * Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyradiculoneuropathy (CIDP) * Childhood GBS * Peripheral Nerve Disorders Miller Fisher Syndrome Severe and Axonal GBS Multifocal Motor Neuropathy Paraproteinaemic Demyelinating Neuropathy Other Variants and Related Conditions Immunisation Issues * After GBS (Includes Carer's Guide) Historic and Alternative Names The History of GBS Information Specially Written for Children Further Information for Health Professionals

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