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Centre Deploys Experts to Maharashtra as Guillain-Barré Syndrome Cases Surge

Centre Deploys Experts to Maharashtra as Guillain-Barré Syndrome Cases Surge

With Maharashtra witnessing an alarming surge in cases of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS), the Central Government has deployed a seven-member team of experts to assist the state in managing the outbreak. The GBS cases in Pune have crossed 101, with 16 patients on ventilator support, according to state health department officials. The affected population includes 68 males and 33 females, with symptoms ranging from muscle weakness to severe limb paralysis. In addition, a suspected GBS-linked death has been reported in Solapur.

This rare immunological nerve disorder, often triggered by bacterial or viral infections, has caused concerns among health authorities. The Rapid Response Team (RRT) and Pune Municipal Corporation’s health department have intensified surveillance in the worst-affected Sinhgad Road area of Pune. The Centre’s team, consisting of epidemiologists, virologists, and neurologists, aims to investigate the outbreak’s causes, monitor affected individuals, and streamline treatment protocols. Officials have assured the public that GBS, though serious, is not contagious and does not pose a risk of turning into an epidemic or pandemic.

Doctors highlight that GBS is treatable, with most patients achieving full recovery when given prompt care. However, symptoms such as sudden weakness, numbness, and even loose motions should be taken seriously, and early medical intervention is crucial. The state health department has also launched detailed investigations into the spike, which started with 24 suspected cases, to identify potential triggers, including local environmental or infectious factors. The Centre’s involvement underscores the seriousness of the situation, with efforts now focused on containing further cases and ensuring access to advanced treatments in affected areas.

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