AIIMS trained gastroenterologist explains eating undercooked chicken can paralyse your body: Here's why

Guillain-Barré Syndrome is a rare autoimmune disorder, potentially leading to paralysis. Dr Saurabh Sethi, a gastroenterologist, highlights 4 key warning signs.

In an old Instagram post, Dr Saurabh Sethi, a gastroenterologist trained at AIIMS, Harvard, and Stanford Universities, shared information regarding Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS), a condition where the immune system attacks nerves.

In a video he posted on March 9, Dr Sethi said that GBS can manifest after illnesses like influenza, Covid-19, or food poisoning. He titled his post: 'Can undercooked chicken cause paralysis of your body?'

Warning signs of Guillain-Barré Syndrome

In the video, Dr Sethi shared four key warning signs to be aware of: progressive muscle weakness starting in the legs, difficulty with speech and swallowing, bladder and bowel problems, and severe pain in various parts of the body. He advised seeking immediate medical attention if any of these symptoms appear and encourages sharing this awareness with others.

He said, “What starts as a tingling in your legs could leave you paralysed. Know the warning signs. And here is what you need to know about Guillain-Barré Syndrome. It's a disease where your immune system mistakenly attacks the nerves, which can happen after flu, Covid-19 or food poisoning. Here are four warning signs.”

‘Difficulty passing urine or stool’

1. He said, “First, muscle weakness. It starts in the legs and moves upward, potentially leading to full body paralysis.”

2. Dr Sethi , “Second, difficulty swallowing and speaking.”

3. He added, “Third, bladder and bowel issues – difficulty passing urine or stool.”

4. Dr Sethi said, “Fourth: severe pain that is aching, burning or shooting in the back, thighs or extremities.”

He concluded, “If you notice any of these symptoms, seek urgent medical attention. Don't forget to share this widely to spread awareness.”

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