Abstract
Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) is a rare but serious neurological disorder characterized by acute flaccid paralysis and areflexia, usually after an infectious disease. This case report describes a previously healthy 9-year-old boy who developed GBS following an acute hepatitis A infection. The patient presented with rapidly progressive weakness, ascending paralysis, and areflexia, confirmed by clinical and electrophysiological findings. Results were consistent with the GBS subgroup of Acute Motor Axonal Neuropathy. Treatment with intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) led to gradual improvement, highlighting the importance of early recognition and intervention. This report reviews the current literature on the association between GBS and hepatitis A, emphasizing the rarity of such cases in pediatric populations. The report aims to raise awareness among clinicians about this potential complication of hepatitis A, underscoring the need for prompt diagnosis and treatment to improve outcomes in similar cases. The report emphasizes the need for prompt diagnosis and treatment to improve outcomes in similar cases.
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