GBS Medical Abbreviation

Guillian-Barrc Syndrome

Gullain-Barre Syndrome

Gastric Bypass Surgery

Geologic Background System

Group Beta Streptococcus

Group Beta Strep

Group B Strep

group B streptoccal

Guillain–Barré syndrome

Guillain–Barré syndrome (GBS) is a rapid-onset muscle weakness caused by the immune system damaging the peripheral nervous system. The initial symptoms are typically changes in sensation or pain along with muscle weakness, beginning in the feet and hands. This often spreads to the arms and upper body with both sides being involved. The symptoms develop over hours to a few weeks.