Case ReportIndian Journal of Pharmacy PracticeVol. 19 | Issue 3 | pp. 411–415Open access
Acute Demyelinating Polyradiculoneuropathy in Guillain-Barré Syndrome: A Case Report Highlighting Diagnostic Challenges and Management Strategies
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Published in Indian Journal of Pharmacy Practice
Correspondence: Dhivyaprasath Palaniyappan
Department of Pharmacy Practice, Swamy Vivekanandha College of Pharmacy, Elayampalayam, Tiruchengode, Namakkal, Tamil Nadu, INDIA.
Email: drdpsvcp@gmail.com
- Received:
- Dec 16, 2025
- Accepted:
- Mar 9, 2026
- DOI:
- 10.5530/ijopp.20260554
How to cite
Arumugam, P., Thomas, A. G., Singam, A. J. A. D., & Palaniyappan, D. Acute Demyelinating Polyradiculoneuropathy in Guillain-Barré Syndrome: A Case Report Highlighting Diagnostic Challenges and Management Strategies. Indian Journal of Pharmacy Practice, 19(3), 411–415. https://doi.org/10.5530/ijopp.20260554
Abstract
A 73-year-old female with fever, muscle weakness, and back pain was diagnosed with Acute Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyradiculoneuropathy (AIDP), a subtype of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS). Laboratory findings showed elevated white blood cells, neutrophilia, and albuminocytological dissociation in cerebrospinal fluid. Nerve conduction studies confirmed demyelination, and imaging revealed degenerative spinal changes. She received Immunomodulatory therapy (IVIG) and supportive care, with careful management of comorbidities like hypertension and COPD. Early diagnosis and multidisciplinary care led to a positive outcome, highlighting the importance of timely intervention and monitoring to prevent complications and long-term disability.
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| Title | Acute Demyelinating Polyradiculoneuropathy in Guillain-Barré Syndrome: A Case Report Highlighting Diagnostic Challenges and Management Strategies |
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| Authors | Prathap Arumugam; Angelin Grace Thomas; Ann Jency Arul Durai Singam; Dhivyaprasath Palaniyappan |
| Affiliations | Department of Pharmacy Practice, Swamy Vivekanandha College of Pharmacy, Elayampalayam, Tiruchengode, Namakkal, Tamil Nadu, INDIA. |
| Corresponding author | drdpsvcp@gmail.com |
| Journal | Indian Journal of Pharmacy Practice |
| Volume / Issue | Vol. 19, Issue 3 |
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