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Wadzanai

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on: Jul 16, 2018
Which of the following is often preceded by a history of upper respiratory or flulike symptoms?
 
  a. Myotonic dystrophy
  b. Polymyositis
  c. Guillain-Barr syndrome
  d. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis

Question 2

What treatment strategies have improved the outcome in Guillain-Barr syndrome?
 
  a. Plasmapheresis
  b. Corticosteroids
  c. Radiation therapy
  d. Antibiotics


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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Patients with Guillain-Barr syndrome often have a history of upper respiratory infections or a flulike illness that precedes the onset of symptoms and is thought to be related.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Treatment strategies that have improved outcome in Guillain-Barr syndrome include intravenous immunoglobulin infusions and plasmapheresis.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Correct answers!


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Reply #3 on: Jul 16, 2018
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