Mumbai has recorded its first confirmed case of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) after a 64-year-old woman was diagnosed with the rare neurological disorder, officials confirmed on Friday.
Bhushan Gagrani, Commissioner of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), stated that the patient is currently undergoing treatment in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of a civic-run hospital. According to BMC officials, the woman, a resident of Andheri East, was hospitalized after experiencing fever and diarrhoea, followed by ascending paralysis—a hallmark symptom of the condition. Further details on her condition remain awaited.
Rising Cases and Fatalities in Maharashtra
The confirmation of Mumbai’s first GBS case comes amid a growing number of suspected cases and fatalities linked to the disorder in Maharashtra. In Pune district, six suspected deaths have been reported, with a total of 173 suspected cases. Of these, 140 have been confirmed as GBS.
Breakdown of confirmed GBS cases in Pune district:
- Pune city: 34 cases
- Newly added villages under Pune Municipal Corporation: 87 cases
- Pune Rural: 22 cases
- Pimpri-Chinchwad: 22 cases
- Other districts: 8 cases
Health authorities have confirmed one fatality directly attributed to GBS, while five other deaths remain under investigation. As per state health department data, 72 patients have been discharged, while 55 remain in ICU, with 21 requiring ventilator support.
Understanding Guillain-Barré Syndrome
Guillain-Barré Syndrome is a rare autoimmune disorder in which the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the peripheral nerves, leading to muscle weakness, loss of sensation in the limbs, and difficulties in swallowing or breathing.
In severe cases, GBS can cause near-total paralysis and respiratory complications. While the condition can affect individuals of all ages, it is more commonly observed in adults and males.
Health authorities continue to monitor the situation closely, urging the public to remain vigilant for symptoms and seek immediate medical attention if necessary.
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