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Which of the following is a common symptom of Guillain-Barre syndrome?

A.

Severe headache and neck stiffness

B.

Chest pain and difficulty breathing

C.

Muscle weakness and paralysis starting in the legs and spreading to the upper body

D.

Blurred vision and eye pain

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

A. Severe headache and neck stiffness are more indicative of meningitis, not Guillain-Barré syndrome.
B. Chest pain and difficulty breathing can occur in advanced stages but are not the initial common symptoms.
C. Muscle weakness and paralysis that start in the legs and spread to the upper body are hallmark symptoms of Guillain-Barré syndrome.
D. Blurred vision and eye pain are not typically associated with Guillain-Barré syndrome.
 


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