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[Oct 2006] Guillain-Barre Syndrome After Vaccination in United States
[Oct 2006] Guillain-Barre Syndrome After Vaccination in United States
http://www.newswise.com/articles/view/524115/ "Of the 54 cases studied, Guillain-Barre syndrome was observed in 57% of the patients who had received an influenza vaccine, followed by 22 % of the patients who had received a hepatitis vaccine either as a single vaccine or in combination with other vaccines. In the same study group, 11% of the patients with GBS had received the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine in combination with other vaccines, with the remaining study cases having received haemophilis B conjugate vaccine, tetanus and diphtheria toxoid, or typhoid vaccine. Up to 20 % of the patients developed GBS after receiving more than one type of vaccine." - Newswise Guillain-Barre Syndrome After Vaccination in United States Newswise (press release) Released: Mon 09-Oct-2006, 00:00 ET http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?t=bahlazbab.0....S 0208&p=http %3A%2F%2Fwww.newswise.com%2Farticles%2Fview%2F5241 15%2F Source: American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) Newswise - Although vaccines have reduced morbidity and mortality from many infections, several cases of Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS) have been reported following vaccination. A team of medical researchers at the Zeenat Qureshi Stroke Research Center set out to determine the occurrence and characteristics of GBS after isolated reports of the syndrome were found in patients who had received vaccinations. GBS is an inflammatory disorder in which the body's immune system attacks part of the peripheral nervous system. The first symptoms of this disorder include varying degrees of weakness or tingling sensations in the legs. In many instances the weakness and abnormal sensations spread to the arms and upper body. These symptoms increase in intensity until certain muscles cannot be used at all and, when severe, the patient is almost totally paralyzed. The research data was obtained from the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) which is a cooperative program for vaccine safety of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The VAERS is a post-marketing safety surveillance program, collecting information about possible side effects that occur after administration of United States licensed vaccines. There were 54 cases of GBS reported after vaccination in the United States in 2004. The number of vaccine related cases constituted 0.1% of the total admissions for GBS in the United States. Of the 54 cases studied, Guillain-Barre syndrome was observed in 57% of the patients who had received an influenza vaccine, followed by 22 % of the patients who had received a hepatitis vaccine either as a single vaccine or in combination with other vaccines. In the same study group, 11% of the patients with GBS had received the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine in combination with other vaccines, with the remaining study cases having received haemophilis B conjugate vaccine, tetanus and diphtheria toxoid, or typhoid vaccine. Up to 20 % of the patients developed GBS after receiving more than one type of vaccine. According to Dr. Nizar Souayah, lead investigator and Assistant Professor of Neurology, New Jersey Medical School, "The benefits of receiving vaccinations far outnumber the risks. Few studies had been attempted to address the relationship between vaccination and GBS and most had focused only on the influenza vaccine. It is important to determine which vaccines may be associated with GBS." The results of the study suggest that vaccines other than influenza can be associated with GBS. The complete findings and results of the study are being presented at the American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) 53rd Annual Meeting in Washington, DC, at the Marriott Wardman Park, October 11-14, 2006. The AANEM is the largest organization worldwide, with over 5000 members, dedicated to advancing neuromuscular, musculoskeletal, and electrodiagnostic medicine. |
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[Oct 2006] Guillain-Barre Syndrome After Vaccination in United States
Meningitis Vaccine Reactions
Search the VAERS database - these are reports (not proven, and so very difficult to prove) http://www.medalerts.org/vaersdb/index.html then click on menu at Vaccine and click on MEN and then find at the bottom to see the results you can do other searches with that page - MEN and death or age or whatever you would like http://www.vaccineinfo.net/immunizat...eactions.shtml Here are some of the reactions from 97-99 ******** http://www.vaccination.org.uk/v/meningitis5.html Eleven die after new vaccine jab Martin Bright and Miles Barter Sunday August 27, 2000 *********** http://alexanderharris.co.uk/page/_M...accine_100.asp "In June 2000, concern was raised via the media about the number of reactions to the vaccine. Some 16,527 adverse reactions from 7,742 patients had been reported by GPs to the Medicines Control Agency through the Yellow Card reporting system. As well as reactions at the site of the injection such as swelling and soreness were other long-term reports which included seizures and 12 deaths. The Yellow card reporting system is not routinely used by most GPs and healthcare professionals and as such the figures for adverse reactions are likely to be an underestimate. Despite the known under-reporting, the number of adverse reactions reported for Meningitis C vaccine is the highest for any vaccine within the UK immunisation programme." ********** http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/q...&dopt=Abstract Arq Neuropsiquiatr. 1997 Sep;55(3B):632-5. Related Articles, Links [Acute disseminated encephalomyelitis and meningococcal A and C vaccine: case report] [Article in Portuguese] Py MO, Andre C. Servico de Neurologia, Hospital Universitario Clementino Fraga Filho, Rio de Janeiro RJ, Brasil. A 25-year-old women developed acute disseminated post-vaccinal encephalomyelitis (ADEM) following vaccination with A plus C meningococcal vaccine (Pasteur-Merieux). Fast disappearance of symptoms and gradual resolution of MRI demyelinating lesions occurred after steroid treatment with high doses of intravenous methylprednisolone. To our knowledge, ADEM has not been previously described in association with meningococcal vaccine. Although most cases of ADEM occur following viral infections and vaccination, the syndrome has previously been related to leptospirosis and Mycoplasma pneumoniae infections. This suggests that it may also be related to exposure to polysaccharide-protein vaccines such as the Group A plus Group C meningococcal vaccine. http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/art...?artid=1487606 ********** http://www.dial.org.uk/news/news124/news124.html Meningococcal C Vaccine May Cause Relapse of Nephrotic Syndrome in Children. Date: 15th August 2003 Author: Susan Wileman Medicines Information Technician Source - Druginfozone - A research letter published in the August 9th 2003 issue of The Lancet, suggests that administration of meningococcal C conjugate vaccine (MCCV) may lead to an increased risk of nephrotic syndrome in children. For more information go to : http://www.druginfozone.org/record%2...aspx?id=520078 Prepared by Susan Wileman Medicines Information Technician Date of Preparation: 15th August 2003 http://www.reutershealth.com/archive...08clin010.html (URL requires subscription) Meningococcal C vaccine may cause relapse of nephrotic syndrome in children Last Updated: 2003-08-08 12:33:14 -0400 (Reuters Health) NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Administration of meningococcal C conjugate vaccine (MCCV) appears to increase the risk of nephrotic syndrome relapse in children, according to a research letter in the August 9th issue of The Lancet. "The risk of relapse after vaccination might be greater for this group of patients than the risk of meningococcal C infection," Dr. Richard S. Trompeter and colleagues write, "so the decision to vaccinate should be carefully considered." Immunogenic stimuli have been associated with the syndrome, but the effect of vaccination has not been investigated, the British researchers note. Their suspicions were raised when nine children with nephrotic syndrome relapsed after receiving MCCV. Dr. Trompeter, of Great Ormond Street Children's Hospital NHS Trust in London, and colleagues investigated the relapse rate during the year before and the year after vaccination of children with steroid-sensitive nephrotic syndrome. Included were 106 patients who received the vaccine, among whom there were 63 relapses in the year before and 96 in the year postvaccination, a relative incidence of 1.52 (p = 0.009). The risk was markedly raised only in the first 6 months after inoculation (relative incidence = 1.84). "From 106 doses of vaccine, there was a risk of one relapse in every four doses given to this population," Dr. Trompeter and colleagues write. They suggest that conjugate vaccines stimulate T cells, "so disturbance of the cytokines by MCCV might have resulted in the cluster of relapses we recorded." Lancet 2003;361:449-450. Lancet 2003; |
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[Oct 2006] Guillain-Barre Syndrome After Vaccination in United States
Guillain-Barre Syndrome (paralysis) and vaccines
Nearly each vaccine in the package insert for the vaccine mentions Guillain-Barre as a possible complication It is especially known for following flu vaccine (and became very know after the fiasco known as Swine flu - which never even existed at all). It also is seen after DPT, HIB, Flu, Hep A, MMR, Measles Vax, Pneumococcal Vax, Polio live oral or killed injectable, rubella vax, rabies vax, japanese encephalitis vax, Hep B Vax, DTaP vax & Anthrax vaccine (every vaccine's package insert mentions it is a possibility.) What is GBS? GBS is an uncommon illness causing weakness and loss of sensation that usually recovers completely after a few weeks or months. It is named after two French physicians, Guillain (pronounced Ghee-lan) and Barré (pronounced Bar-ray), who described it in 1916 in two soldiers who were affected by a paralysis but later recovered. It affects about one person in 40,000 each year, ie 1,500 persons altogether each year in the United Kingdom. It can occur at any age from infancy onwards but is slightly more common in the old; it is more common in men than in women; it is not hereditary; it is neither passed onto children nor is it infectious and it is not caught from or transmitted to anybody else. However, it does often develop a week or two after a throat or intestinal infection. [or I would add after a vaccine...Sheri] http://www.gbs.org.uk/blue.html more info if you want it at the website Also there is some concern that these people really have a form of polio We will talk more about polio in the 2nd half of the class Other names ..........possibly.......Viral or aseptic meningitis, Guillaine Barre Syndrome (GBS), Chinese Paralytic syndrome, CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME, epidemic cholera, cholera morbus, spinal meningitis, spinal apoplexy, inhibitory palsy, intermittent fever, famine fever, worm fever, bilious remittent fever, ergotism, ME, post-polio syndrome, acute flaccid paralysis (it gets complicated) THERE IS NO TEST to diagnose Guillain-Barre (like the situation with Tetanus) - so it is diagnosed on symptoms alone which are simliar to other conditions with similar symptoms There are many paralytic/neurological conditions that can follow vaccines The one called Guillain-Barre Syndrome often comes on quite fast after a vaccine These conditions also could come from toxic exposures But many of these symptoms are very much the same..........paralysis after a vaccine http://www.whale.to/vaccines/gbs.htm http://www.gbs.org.uk/immune.html http://www.guillain-barre.com/forums...b6fcecd63dc8b9 GB discussion forum After HIB vaccine http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/q...&dopt=Abstract After Tetanus Toxoid Vaccine http://www.umdnj.edu/rspthweb/bibs/g_bsyndr.htm After Flu vaccine http://curezone.com/forums/m.asp?f=374&i=5 After Hepatitis B Vaccine http://www.sarasotalaw.com/sarasotal...epb/medlit.php http://www.yourlawyer.com/practice/o...%20B%20Vaccine http://www.umdnj.edu/rspthweb/bibs/g_bsyndr.htm http://health.surfwax.com/files/Guil..._Syndrome.html Misc news on GB Disabled Singaporean mountaineer succeeds in scaling Mt Kilimanjaro Jan 22, 2004 After returning from Everest, he contracted the rare nerve disorder Guillain-Barre Syndrome, and was totally paralysed for many months.He will be returning to Singapore on Saturday. (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore) Guillain-Barre survivor, caregiver share story Jan 08, 2004 Lamb had Guillain-Barre syndrome (pronounced ghee-yenn' bah-ray'), a rare autoimmune disorder that causes varying degrees of paralysis. Guillain-Barre is rarely fatal by itself, and its symptoms usually reverse, at least partially (Asheville Citizen Times, NC). Scanlon returns to mayoral duties Jan 08, 2004 Test results received Aug. 30 showed that Scanlon was suffering from encephalitis, an inflammation of the brain, and Guillain-Barre syndrome, a disorder that affects the nerves outside of the brain and spinal cord. Both were brought on by the West Nile virus (Pioneer Press Online, IL). Flu mist available locally Jan 08, 2004 Anyone with a history of Guillain-Barre Syndrome. E-mail this story (The Post & Mail, IN). FluMist vaccine available Dec 30, 2003 Anyone with a history of Guillain-Barre syndrome. Health-care workers (Cumberland Times News, MD). Two ' needle - free ' flu clinics to be offered next week Dec 30, 2003 It cannot be given to children and teens on long-term aspirin therapy; people with chronic heart or lung conditions, diabetes, chronic kidney diesease or weakened immune systems; pregnant women; people with Guillain-Barre syndrome; people with allergies to eggs or components of Flu Mist; or those in close contact with people with weakened immune systems. People in those risk groups who have not yet been immunized can call the health department at 325-8500 to arrange for a vaccine (The Daily Astorian (subscription), OR). Adoption after 50 nets 4 Dec 28, 2003 Charles Robert Bright, a first lieutenant in the Air Force and veteran of both World War II and the Korean War, became ill with a rare disease known as Guillain-Barre syndrome. Guillain-Barre syndrome is an acute febrile polyneuritis (Quad City Times, IA). Military can't force anthrax vaccines, judge rules Dec 22, 2003 That law was passed amid concerns that use of such drugs could have led to illnesses among veterans of the 1991 Persian Gulf war, which have come to be known as Gulf War Syndrome. They also noted that possible side effects from the shots included Guillain-Barre Syndrome, multiple sclerosis, angiodema, aseptic meningitis, severe injection-site inflammation, diabetes, and systemic lupus erythmatosis (Washington Times, DC). Is it a cold or the flu? What you should know Dec 22, 2003 ....people who should avoid the shot are those who have had severe allergic reactions to eggs or previous flu shots, or have a history of Guillain-Barre syndrome. ... (Los Angeles Times (subscription), CA) Ecosse: Climb every mountain Dec 20, 2003 Joining him on the rope will be David Lim (paralysed below the knees with Guillain-Barre syndrome), Paul Pritchard (brain damaged and paralysed down his right ... (The Sunday Times (subscription), UK) Intranasal flu vaccine still available Dec 19, 2003 ....or immune system problems; children or adolescents receiving aspirin therapy; anyone allergic to eggs; or those with a history of Guillain-Barre Syndrome. ... (Payson Roundup, AZ) How Effective is This Year's Flu Vaccine? Dec 16, 2003 Contraindications for the killed flu vaccine a fever, an impaired immune system, egg allergy, mercury allergy or a history of Guillain Barre syndrome. The most serious reported reaction, which usually occurs within two weeks of vaccination, is Guillain Barre syndrome, an immune-mediated nerve disorder characterized by muscle weakness, numbness, pain and paralysis (Mercola, Illinois). Analysis: Preparedness for flu is lacking Dec 13, 2003 And confidence in it was scarred by the flawed emergency swine flu immunization program in 1976, which was halted after a relatively few of the 45 million people who had been vaccinated became temporarily paralyzed from Guillain-Barre syndrome. More recently, gaffes and miscommunication about such events as the anthrax attacks of fall 2001 left Americans unsure what to think about public pronouncements and insecure about the nation's capacity to deal with a severe epidemic of SARS or a new... (Minneapolis Star Tribune (subscription), MN). flu shots, state says Dec 13, 2003 People should consult their doctor if they are allergic to eggs, have had a severe reaction to a flu shot in the past, are pregnant or have Guillain-Barre syndrome, a rare form of nerve damage. People also are more aware of infectious diseases because of threats such as severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) earlier this year, he noted (Honolulu Star-Bulletin, HI). Advocate Says Government Should Release Flu Shot Data Dec 10, 2003 Contraindications for the killed flu vaccine a fever, an impaired immune system, egg allergy, mercury allergy or a history of Guillain Barre syndrome. The most serious reported reaction, which usually occurs within two weeks of vaccination, is Guillain Barre syndrome, an immune mediated nerve disorder characterized by muscle weakness, numbness, pain and paralysis (NewsMax.com). Q&A: Answers to all your flu questions Dec 10, 2003 Individuals with a history of Guillain-Barre Syndrome should also check with their physician first. Kids who have influenza and take aspirin can get Reyes syndrome, a rare, acute illness characterized by brain swelling and fatty deposits in the liver (Newark Star Ledger, NJ). Chiron Shipped More Than 40 Million Fluvirin Doses Worldwide, ... Dec 09, 2003 People who are allergic to eggs, who have had a severe reaction to a flu shot in the past, or who have previously developed Guillain-Barre syndrome in the six weeks after receiving a flu vaccination should consult their doctors before receiving flu vaccination. Chiron Vaccines is the world's second-largest flu vaccines company, with four leading brands (Stock World, Germany). Local health department has flu vaccine Dec 09, 2003 Persons with a sensitivity to eggs and those with a history of Guillain Barre Syndrome or other neurological problems should check with a doctor before receiving any type of flu vaccine. Also, unlike the flu shot which is needed every year, it is recommended that the pneumonia vaccine be given only once (Kewanee Star Courier, IL). Local flu shots still available Dec 09, 2003 Providers said patients should not get the shot if they are allergic to eggs, have had Guillain-Barre Syndrome or an allergic reaction in the past to a flu shot or if severely ill on the day of the shot. The Schoharie County Department of Health will hold its last public clinic for flu and pneumococcal immunizations at the Cobleskill OFA Meal Site from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Dec. 16 (Oneonta Daily Star, NY). Even doctors seek guidance on flu vaccine Dec 08, 2003 ....medical conditions -- such as lung or heart disease, diabetes, kidney dysfunction or sickle cell anemia; egg allergies; or a history of Guillain-Barre syndrome ... (Akron Beacon Journal, OH) Antivirus drugs help those allergic to vaccine for flu Dec 08, 2003 In 1976, 46 million U.S. residents were vaccinated against swine flu, and 532 developed the Guillain-Barre syndrome, a disease in which the body damages its own nerve cells, resulting in muscle weakness and sometimes paralysis. Since then, concern has been raised about the possible link between other nonswine flu vaccines and GBS. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that one out of 100,000 people who are vaccinated against the flu may be at risk for GBS. (Central Maine Daily Sentinel, ME). Disabled but not bowed Dec 07, 2003 Former mountaineer David Lim was struck down by Guillain-Barre Syndrome - a rare nerve disorder - two weeks after leading the first Singapore expedition to ... (Straits Times, Singapore) New Data Suggest That a Live Attenuated Influenza Vaccine May ... Dec 05, 2003 FluMist is contraindicated in persons with hypersensitivity to any component of the vaccine, including eggs; in children and adolescents receiving aspirin therapy or aspirin-containing therapy; in individuals with a history of Guillain-Barre syndrome; and in individuals with known or suspected immune deficiency. The safety and efficacy of FluMist have not been established in pregnant women or for patients with chronic underlying medical conditions, including asthma or reactive airways... (Yahoo News (press release)). It's Not Too Late to Vaccinate - As More People in the US Succumb ... Dec 04, 2003 FluMist is contraindicated in persons with hypersensitivity to any component of the vaccine, including eggs; in children and adolescents receiving aspirin therapy or aspirin-containing therapy; in individuals with a history of Guillain-Barre syndrome; and in individuals with known or suspected immune deficiency. The safety and efficacy of FluMist have not been established in pregnant women or for patients with chronic underlying medical conditions, including asthma or reactive airways... (Stock World, Germany). County, state look at arsenic in wells, illness Dec 03, 2003 But while investigating the area, health department workers heard residents complain about what they consider a high incidence of Guillain-Barre Syndrome and ... (Oregonian, OR) It has been four years since the Silvers have lived in a home. ... Dec 01, 2003 ....laps.-- --. Tom's legs are withered and atrophied, the result of having nerve- destroying Guillain-Barre syndrome since childhood. ... (San Francisco Chronicle, CA) The Nature of Nurture Nov 28, 2003 She's paralyzed by Guillain-Barre syndrome, and it looks very much as if she might never get better. The family pitches in heroically. ... (Washington Post, DC) Guillain - Barre Syndrome Nov 26, 2003 ....com - Health - Healthcast: Guillain-Barre Syndrome. Healthcast: Guillain-Barre Syndrome (Pittsburgh Channel.com, PA). Flu season is underway Nov 26, 2003 ....-- children and teenagers (aged 6 months to 18 years) who are on long-term aspirin therapy and therefore could develop Reye Syndrome after the flu. The shots can be given to most people, except those with severe allergy to eggs, those who have had a severe reaction to a flu shot in the past and people who previously developed Guillain-Barre syndrome (Union County Advocate, KY). Gathering strength Nov 25, 2003 Denzel is recovering from Guillain-Barre syndrome and attends physical therapy in Nappanee to regain his mobility. Steve and Sarah Halliburton visited three hospitals, saw 11 doctors and spent many sleepless nights before Denzel was diagnosed with Guillain-Barre syndrome, a rare illness that affects the peripheral nerves of the body (eTruth, IN). Once-paralyzed man realizes dream of becoming sheriff Nov 24, 2003 Smith was diagnosed with Guillain-Barre syndrome, a rare but rapid onset of weakness or paralysis in which the bodys immune system typically attacks the body itself. The syndrome can be triggered by vaccinations and it has no known cause or cure (Access North Georgia, GA). Nasal spray flu vaccine not for everyone Nov 24, 2003 So should people who have developed Guillain-Barre syndrome, which causes temporary loss of movement and sensation within a few weeks of getting a flu shot or having a viral illness. If you are interested in taking FluMist, you should take the same precautions (Charleston Post Courier (subscription), SC). Experts: Flu shots help Nov 24, 2003 The CDC recommends talking with a doctor first if you have a history of Guillain-Barre Syndrome or if you have fever or other illness at the time your shot is scheduled. Larmouth, director of infection control at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center, said a patient at the hospital tested positive for flu late last week after undergoing a quick-acting flu test (Nashua Telegraph, NH). HealthSouth to build rehabilitation facility in Manati Nov 20, 2003 ....spinal cord and cerebral injuries as the result of automobile accidents; have neurological conditions such as multiple sclerosis and Guillain-Barre syndrome ... (Puerto Rico Wow, Puerto Rico) Flu kills more people than SARS or AIDS Nov 19, 2003 The risk of Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS), which causes nerve damage leading to muscle weakness and sometimes paralysis, is also cited as a concern. ... (StarPhoenix, Canada) Flu shots are now available, free for those people at risk Nov 19, 2003 People undergoing long-term aspirin treatment from 6 months to 18 years old should also get the flu vaccine as they could develop Reye Syndrome if they catch influenza. Everyone else is encouraged to get the shot for their own and others' sake unless they have serious allergies to eggs or a previous flu shot or have a history of Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) (Santa Paula Times, CA). Bettine still an ' Angel ' Nov 19, 2003 Maureen Brown, 52, of Blakeny Close, Whetstone, was nominated by Ty Brown, of Barnet Hospital's volunteers, for her bravery dealing with Guillain-Barre syndrome, which, at one point, paralysed 95 per cent of her body. She now runs a support group for sufferers (Barnet Times, UK). HEALTH Q&A Nov 17, 2003 Have chronic renal failure or nephrotic syndrome or a suppressed immune system. Q: You wrote that people with a history of Guillain-Barre syndrome should ask their physicians about possible alternatives to the flu shot (Fort Worth Star Telegram, TX). FIGHTING THE FLU Nov 16, 2003 Children and teenagers (6 months to 18 years old) who are on long-term aspirin therapy and therefore could develop Reye's syndrome after the flu. People who previously developed Guillain-Barre syndrome in the six weeks after getting a flu shot (Asbury Park Press, NJ). Brave Olsen prepared to take chance on the style game Nov 16, 2003 He had collapsed on the flight home after playing a Uefa Cup tie with Celtic in Finland, stricken by Guillain-Barre syndrome, a vicious nerve disorder. ... (The Sunday Times (subscription), UK) Head off the flu by getting vaccinated Nov 13, 2003 In 1976, swine flu vaccine was associated with a severe paralytic illness called Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS). Influenza vaccines since then have not been clearly linked to GBS, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (Athens Daily Review, TX). Study suggests FDR did not have polio after all Nov 09, 2003 DALLAS -- Franklin D. Roosevelt may not have had polio at all, but a paralyzing disease called Guillain-Barre syndrome, Texas researchers say in a study that challenges all the history books and presidential biographies. "We feel from the clinical evidence, which is all that exists, that it's more likely that he had Guillain-Barre syndrome," said Dr. Armond Goldman, emeritus professor of pediatrics at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston (Minneapolis Star Tribune (subscription), MN). Pneumonia shots: When you should get them Nov 06, 2003 Have chronic renal failure or nephrotic syndrome or a suppressed immune system. Q: You wrote that persons with a history of Guillain-Barre syndrome should ask their physicians about possible alternatives to the flu shot (Fort Wayne News Sentinel, IN). Brooks grabs landmark goal Nov 06, 2003 Oxford striker Jamie Brooks continued his comeback from Guillain-Barre Syndrome by scoring his first goal in competitive football for 18 months. The 20-year-old also set up another goal in the reserves' 3-3 draw at Cheltenham (Ananova, UK). Research study says FDR's 'polio' might have been Guillain-Barre Nov 03, 2003 Franklin D. Roosevelt may not have had polio at all, but a paralyzing disease called Guillain-Barre syndrome, Texas researchers say in a study that calls into question history books and presidential biographies. "We feel from the clinical evidence, which is all that exists, that it's more likely that he had Guillain-Barre syndrome," said Dr. Armond S. Goldman, emeritus professor of pediatrics at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston (Tacoma News Tribune, WA). Zanesville native's optimism sees him through adversity Nov 03, 2003 The resulting infection caused him to develop a mild form of Guillain-Barre Syndrome, a neurological condition that resulted in a hand tremor and significant leg weakness. He also lost his remaining kidney function and he is now on renal dialysis three days a week (Zanesville Times Recorder, OH). Simple way to keep bug at bay Nov 02, 2003 People who have a history of Guillain Barre Syndrome and those who have had a serious allergic reaction to eggs or a previous dose of the influenza vaccine should talk to their doctors before getting a flu shot. Those who have a fever or are severely ill at the time the shot is scheduled should wait until they are recovered (Press-Enterprise (subscription), CA). BABBEL READY TO MAKE HIS MARK Nov 01, 2003 Babbel found himself down the pecking order at Anfield after recovering from the life-threatening illness Guillain-Barre Syndrome. Now he is trying to reignite his career under manager Graeme Souness (Football365.com, UK). Study questions FDR's polio diagnosis Oct 31, 2003 Texas doctors suggest the four-term president's paralysis was caused not by polio-myelitis but by Guillain-Barre syndrome. Goldmanis told The Associated Press Friday that from the clinical evidence, it's more likely that FDR had Guillain-Barre syndrome (News 24 Houston, TX). Study casts doubt on FDR polio Oct 31, 2003 Researchers say he may have had Guillain-Barre Syndrome instead, a disease barely known by doctors in the early '20s, USA Today reported. Researchers at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, in a study published in the Journal of Medical Biography, noted that some of FDR's symptoms were rare in polio but fit Guillain-Barre, an autoimmune disease that damages motor and sensory nerves (Washington Times, DC). Study: Polio May Not Have Paralyzed FDR Oct 31, 2003 DALLAS (AP)--Franklin D. Roosevelt may not have had polio at all, but a paralyzing disease called Guillain-Barre syndrome, Texas researchers say in a study that calls into question all the history books and presidential biographies. We feel from the clinical evidence, which is all that exists, that it's more likely that he had Guillain-Barre syndrome,'' said Dr. Armond S. Goldman, emeritus professor of pediatrics at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston (Dayton Daily News, OH). Study: Polio may not have paralyzed FDR Oct 31, 2003 DALLAS (AP) - Franklin D. Roosevelt may not have had polio at all, but a paralyzing disease called Guillain-Barre syndrome, Texas researchers say in a study ... (Penn Live, PA) Eye On Health - - Oct . 31 Oct 31, 2003 Virus-Related Muscle Damage Tied to Chronic Fatigue Chronic fatigue syndrome seems to occur sometimes after a virus infection. Now, researchers have shown that some patients with the syndrome have evidence of virus in their muscles, and this in turn is linked to abnormal muscle function (KLAS, NV). The Hour Oct 31, 2003 He told them he returned to Modesto late that afternoon, shortly before family members reported Laci Peterson missing about 6 p.m. ------ Study: Polio May Not Have Paralyzed FDR DALLAS (AP) -- Franklin D. Roosevelt may not have had polio at all, but a paralyzing disease called Guillain-Barre syndrome, Texas researchers say in a study that calls into question history books and presidential biographies. "We feel from the clinical evidence, which is all that exists, that it's more likely that he had Guillain-Barre syndrome," said Dr. Armond S. Goldman, emeritus professor of pediatrics at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston (Norwalk Hour, CT). High school girls nab man suspected of flashing Oct 31, 2003 Study suggests FDR's 'polio' was Guillain-Barre syndrome DALLAS Franklin D. Roosevelt may not have had polio at all, but a paralyzing disease called Guillain-Barre syndrome, Texas researchers say in a study that calls into question all the history books and presidential biographies. "We feel from the clinical evidence, which is all that exists, that it's more likely that he had Guillain-Barre syndrome," said Dr. Armond S. Goldman, emeritus professor of pediatrics at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston (Go Erie, PA). Health Alert: flu season Oct 30, 2003 People who have had a severe reaction to a flu shot in the past should not get one, nor should people who previously developed the nerve disorder Guillain-Barre Syndrome in the six weeks after receiving the vaccine. by Dawn Mercer (WIS, SC). Health Dept. clinics being offered for flu vaccinations Oct 30, 2003 Anyone who has experienced an allergic reaction to eggs or to a previous influenza shot, suffers from Guillain-Barre Syndrome, has a fever, or is seriously ill should not take the shot. The clinic will be held in the Nursing Department, Room 136, in the Main building on the ASUN campus on Friday, Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. (Newport Independent, AR). 1 flu shots 1028 Oct 28, 2003 Persons who should consult their doctor before getting a flu shot are those who are allergic to eggs or had an adverse reaction to a previous flu shot, as well as persons who have a history of Guillain-Barre Syndrome and pregnant women in the first trimester. Anyone with a fever or who is severely ill should wait until he or she is well (Rushville Republican, IN). For the Cumberland Times-News Oct 26, 2003 Anyone who has ever has ever had a serious allergic reaction to eggs, to a previous dose of influenza vaccine, or has a history of Guillain-Barre Syndrome, you should talk to their physician before requesting a flu vaccine. Anyone who is ill or has a fever should probably wait until they recover before receiving the flu vaccine (Cumberland Times News, MD). Health officials say vaccine worth a shot Oct 25, 2003 The bad news: the season is just starting for a viral disease that has been and continues to be deadlier than the West Nile Virus and the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome or SARS coronovirus. Specific people Marley said should be wary of the vaccination are those with allergies to eggs because the vaccines are grown with chicken embryos or a history of Guillain-Barre' Syndrome (Garden City Telegram, KS). Take a shot at warding off flu Oct 23, 2003 Kaupp said anyone allergic to eggs or who has had a severe allergic reaction to a flu shot in the past should refrain, as should anyone who has had Guillain-Barre syndrome, a rare neurological condition. Larmouth said getting a flu shot this season has another benefit: Fewer patients will visit their doctors with coughs and fevers that are also symptoms of severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) - a plus during the upcoming first post-SARS flu season (Nashua Telegraph, NH). New nasal flu vaccine not for everyone Oct 23, 2003 Children or adolescents on long-term aspirin treatment, pregnant women and anyone with a history of Guillain-Barre syndrome. The FluMist is available at all three locations in Grimes (Dallas County News, IA). Shot program aims to bust flu bug' Oct 21, 2003 They include persons: who are allergic to hens' eggs; who have had a severe reaction to a flu shot in the past; who are in their first trimester of pregnancy; or who previously developed Guillain-Barré Syndrome. Keating added that children under the age of four will not be vaccinated at the clinic, rather should receive one at their pediatrician's office (The Banner-Graphic, IN). Flu shot clinic dates scheduled Oct 20, 2003 ....had a reaction to flu shots in the past, have an allergy to chicken eggs or chicken products, and those who have previously developed Guillain-Barré Syndrome ... (Bridgeton News, NJ) Rehabilitation nurse finds true reward is in patients' progress Oct 20, 2003 The second woman had initially entered the facility with Guillain-Barre syndrome. She had lost everything in the May tornado, was bedridden with a catheter and IV, and had the potential for respiratory failure (Kansas City Nursing News, KS). An alternative to flu shots Oct 20, 2003 Vaccine spray not for all Because of its components, FluMist isn't recommended for children under five or adults over 50; for those sensitive to any component of the vaccine, particularly eggs; for children or teens on aspirin therapy; for pregnant women; and for those with Guillain-Barré syndrome, asthma, or immune deficiencies. Dr Martin Baskin is a New York City internist and pulmonary specialist who administers approximately 1 500 flu shots a year, many of them to people 65 and older (News24, South Africa). Fight the Flu 2003 Oct 20, 2003 Individuals who are allergic to eggs, chickens, chicken feathers, or chicken dander and thimersol (mercury products) or have Guillain-Barre Syndrome should not receive this vaccine until they have consulted with their healthcare provider. In addition, individuals with a fever should not receive this vaccine (NorthFulton.com, GA). Wal-Mart Defers Establishing a National Flu Vaccination Program Oct 17, 2003 ....including eggs; in children and adolescents receiving aspirin therapy or aspirin-containing therapy; in individuals with a history of Guillain-Barre syndrome ... (Stock World, Germany) Officials:More need to get flu vaccinations this year Oct 17, 2003 People with a history of Guillain-Barre syndrome, a serious allergic reaction to eggs the vaccine is grown on an egg-protein base or a previous allergic reaction to a flu vaccine should check with their doctors before being vaccinated. The protection from a flu vaccine develops about two weeks after getting the shot and may last up to a year, said Betty Hilson, director of education at A.O. Fox Memorial Hospital in Oneonta (Oneonta Daily Star, NY). Where to go Oct 16, 2003 She adds that those who may not want to get the vaccine are anyone who has ever had a serious allergic reaction to eggs (the vaccine is made with eggs) and anyone who has Guillain-Barré syndrome (an immune system disorder). Anyone who is severely ill may want to wait and get a shot later (IdahoStatesman.com). CDC suggests young children have flu shots Oct 15, 2003 Some doctors and parents have raised concern about possible side effects, including multiple sclerosis and Guillain-Barr; syndrome, which causes temporary paralysis. Earlier this month, a health advisory agency downplayed the risk of multiple sclerosis in adult vaccine recipients but left open the question of whether the vaccine is linked to Guillain-Barr; syndrome (Atlanta Journal Constitution, GA). It's that (flu shot) time of year again Oct 15, 2003 People with a severe allergy to hens' eggs, who have had a severe reaction to a flu shot in the past, or who previously developed Guillain-Barr; syndrome (GBS) in the six weeks after getting a flu shot, should not get a flu shot before talking with their doctor. Winter is the prime time for influenza (Juneau Empire, AK). Time again for flu shots Oct 14, 2003 The more serious paralysis of Guillain-Barre syndrome is very rare and is only known to be associated with the "swine flu" component, which was last used in 1976. Epidemiologists predict which stains of the virus are likely each year, so the shot is different annually (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ). One shot may keep you safe from the flu Oct 11, 2003 The same goes for individuals with a history of Guillain-Barre Syndrome. Millsap said the health department staff also recommends individuals get a pneumonia vaccination at the time of their flu shot (Marco Island Sun-Times, FL). Flu season approaching; vaccinations now available Oct 10, 2003 Those include people who have a severe allergy to eggs, have had a severe reaction to a flu shot in the past, or suffered a Guillain-Barre syndrome in the six weeks following a previous flu shot. The Daily Leader 2003 (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS). Erlanger Announces Public Flu Shot Schedule Oct 09, 2003 ....vaccine. Those with a history of Guillain-Barre Syndrome should also check with their doctors before getting vaccinated. Anyone ... (The Chattanoogan, TN) Prospects deal with not being needed Oct 08, 2003 Four years ago, this hockey player from Rockland was laid up with Guillain-Barre Syndrome, a rare and debilitating illness that attacked his nervous system ... (Ottawa Citizen, Canada) Nation / World Oct 07, 2003 But as the campaign got under way, there were a number of serious side effects, including several hundred cases of the rare paralytic disorder Guillain-Barre syndrome in vaccinated adults, and the vaccination effort was stopped after about 40 million people got the shots. No flu epidemic emerged, but the government ended up paying about $90 million in damages to people who developed Guillain-Barre (Birmingham Post Herald, AL). Flu clinics scheduled Oct 07, 2003 Also not eligible are healthy adults ages 18-50; anyone with a previous reaction to the flu vaccine; anyone allergic to eggs; anyone with Guillain-Barre Syndrome; or anyone who is ill at the time the vaccine is scheduled. Medicare Part B card will be accepted for payment; for all others, the charge is $15 for the flu vaccine, $10 for pneumonia (Colts Neck News Transcript, NJ). Study finds no link between flu vaccine and Guillain-Barre ... Oct 06, 2003 Study finds no link between flu vaccine and Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Multiple Sclerosis. An Institute of Medicine committee examined the relationship of the vaccine and several neurological disorders, such as Guillain-Barre Syndrome and Multiple Sclerosis (WIS, SC). Report denies flu shot-MS link Oct 06, 2003 It's not clear whether the vaccine continues to elevate the risk of Guillain-Barre syndrome, a condition involving temporary paralysis that struck hundreds of people who got the so-called "swine flu" shot in 1976. Cases of multiple sclerosis, Guillain-Barre syndrome and other neurological disorders among flu shot recipients have raised public concern through the years (Atlanta Journal Constitution, GA). Experts say flu shots unlikely to cause neurologic disorders Oct 06, 2003 But as the campaign got underway, there were a number of serious side effects, including several hundred cases of the rare paralytic disorder Guillain-Barre' syndrome in vaccinated adults, and the vaccination effort was stopped after about 40 million people got the shots. No flu epidemic emerged, but the government ended up paying about $90 million in damages to people who developed Guillain-Barre (Scripps Howard News Service). Easy To See Benefits Of New LASIK Surgery; Flu Shots; Baby Bed Oct 06, 2003 An Institute Of Medicine committee examined the relationship between the vaccine and several neurological disorders, such as Guillain-Barre syndrome and multiple sclerosis. The report concluded that, while evidence supports a link between the 1976 swine flu vaccine and Gullain-Barre syndrome in adults, there is no evidence to support that link in flu vaccines used since then (NBC 10.com, PA). National Briefing: Science and Health Oct 06, 2003 The 1976 swine flu vaccine did cause hundreds of cases of Guillain-Barré syndrome, which can leave victims nearly paralyzed, but most studies since then have ... (New York Times) Health district urges flu shots Oct 06, 2003 The vaccine is not recommended for people who have an allergic reaction to eggs or anyone with a history of Guillain-Barre' Syndrome. ... (Galveston County Daily News, TX) Premera Service for Members with Complex Medical Needs Awarded ... Oct 06, 2003 Pamela had been told that it could take three years to fully recover from her bout with Guillain-Barre Syndrome, a disorder in which the body's immune system attacks part of the peripheral nervous system. After a visit to the emergency room, she learned she was suffering from Guillain-Barre Syndrome, a disorder in which the body's immune system attacks part of the peripheral nervous system (Business Wire (press release)). Flu Vaccine Expected In Panhandle Oct 05, 2003 ....children and adolescents who are receiving long-term aspirin therapy and might therefore be at risk for developing Rye syndrome. Anyone who has ever had a serious allergic reaction to eggs or to a previous influenza vaccine and those who have a history of Guillain-Barre Syndrome - a severe paralyzing disease that was associated with the swine flu vaccine in 1976 - should talk with their doctor before being vaccinated (Wheeling News Register, WV). County posts flu shot plan Oct 05, 2003 ....physicians: Those that have had a reaction to flu shots in the past, have an allergy to eggs, and those who have previously developed Guillain-Barre Syndrome ... (Today's Sunbeam, NJ) to educate public about the flu Oct 03, 2003 People who have experienced a serious allergic reaction to eggs, merthiolate, thimerosal, gentamycin, or past doses of the influenza vaccine or who have a history of Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) should not receive the flu vaccine. People who are experiencing an illness, are on antibiotics or are showing flu-like symptoms should check with their physician before getting the flu vaccine (Monroe Times, WI). Alert over bottled water Oct 02, 2003 But one in 1,000 sufferers develops Guillain-Barre syndrome, which can lead to total paralysis. One in 20,000 dies (This is London, UK). It's time for flu shots Oct 02, 2003 The more serious paralysis of Guillain-Barre syndrome is very rare and is only known to be associated with the "swine flu" component which was last used in 1976. Epidemiologists predict which strains of the virus are likely each year, so the shot is different each year (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ). Kings County prepares for flu season Oct 02, 2003 The only people who should not take a flu shot are those who are allergic to eggs or have a history of infection-induced Guillain-Barré syndrome, which is ... (Newzcentral.com, CA) Local health services prepare for flu season Oct 02, 2003 Children and teenagers (aged 6 months to 18 years) who are on long-term aspirin therapy and therefore could develop Reye Syndrome after the flu. People who previously developed Guillain Barre syndrome in the six weeks after getting a flu shot (Lodi News-Sentinel, CA). Flu Fighter Clinics Ready for Business Oct 02, 2003 MVNA Nurses will NOT vaccinate those who: -- have a serious allergy to eggs, chicken, chicken feathers, chicken dander or Thimerosal; -- have had a serious reaction after having an influenza vaccination; -- were ever paralyzed by Guillain-Barre Syndrome; -- are in their first trimester of pregnancy; -- are very ill with a fever at the time of the vaccination; -- are under 9 years of age; -- have been told they cannot receive an intramuscular injection. Individuals with Medicare Part B coverage can get their shots at no charge when they present their Medicare Part B card, any other insurance card and any voucher they have received in the mail (Yahoo News (press release)). De Soto girl walks away from illness with new insights Oct 01, 2003 The girl her mother, Sheila Mayabb, calls a "Tomboy" was nearly paralyzed with Guillain-Barré Syndrome. The diagnosis was wrong, but the test did turn up an excess protein in the fluid, a sign of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (DeSoto Explorer, KS). Health department plans flu shot clinics Oct 01, 2003 Persons with a sensitivity to eggs, and those with a history of Guillain Barre Syndrome or other neurological problems should check with their doctor before receiving any flu vaccine. The department will be providing flu vaccinations at these sites (Kewanee Star Courier, IL). There's no shortage of current flu vaccine Sep 30, 2003 ....(Flu increases the risk for a serious condition called Reye's syndrome in those taking aspirin. Have previously developed Guillain-Barre syndrome shortly after getting a flu shot (Contra Costa Times, CA). The Challenge to Mass Vaccination Sep 30, 2003 IOM committees found a causal relationship between certain vaccines and autoimmune disorders such as acute and chronic arthritis, Guillain Barre syndrome (GBS ... (Mercola, Illinois) Experts encourage flu shot for most Sep 29, 2003 Some people associate all flu shots with the swine-flu vaccine of the mid-'70s and Guillain-Barre syndrome, a rare paralysis linked to it, she said. They shouldn't, doctors say (Louisville Courier Journal, KY). No Flu Vaccine Shortage This Year Sep 28, 2003 ....(Flu increases the risk for a serious condition called Reye syndrome in those taking aspirin. -Have previously developed Guillain-Barre syndrome shortly after getting a flu shot (Good Housekeeping Magazine). Fighting the flu Sep 28, 2003 People who are pregnant, have asthma, or have Guillain-Barre syndrome, and children and adolescents taking aspirin should not receive the nasal spray vaccine. People over 50, babies and toddlers and people with asthma can receive flu shots (Fayetteville Online, Fayetteville NC). 1 flu shots coming 0926 Sep 26, 2003 Persons who should consult their doctor before getting a flu shot are those who are allergic to eggs or had an adverse reaction to a previous flu shot, as well as persons who have a history of Guillain-Barre Syndrome and pregnant women in the first trimester. Anyone with a fever or who is severely ill should wait until they're well (Rushville Republican, IN). Early treatment for Guillain - Barré could speed recovery Sep 25, 2003 Early treatment for Guillain-Barré could speed recovery --- HealthandAge. Early treatment for Guillain-Barré could speed recovery (HealthandAge.com). Wakkinen's interest in guns leads to career Sep 25, 2003 " After graduating from high school, he worked for a company in Tomahawk making caskets. Then he was hired by Prentice Hydraulics, becoming one of their youngest employees. While working there, Wakkinen became ill with Guillain-Barre Syndrome, a serious and crippling nerve disease believed to be caused by an auto-immune reaction. For several months, he was unable to walk, then gradually, he was able to move, first by crawling, then by progressing to a walker, crutches and a cane. "Although I am able to get around on my own, I never fully recovered," he said. "I have only about 50 percent strength in my arms and legs. While recovering at home, Wakkinen did some stock work on guns with the help of his mother (Phillips Bee, WI). Let the shots ring out Sep 25, 2003 If you are allergic to eggs, have an acute illness at the time, or have a history of Guillain-Barre Syndrome, check with your doctor first. Children need to make appointments for their shots (Coastal View News, CA). |
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http://thinktwice.com/Images/gsb.pdf PDF file on The Flu Vaccine and Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) http://www.whale.to/vaccines/gbs.htm links to documents below at webpage Citations Package insert (Hep B) GBS Vaccine Reactions Discussion Board http://peabody.webmast.com/webmast-c...t/vaccine.html [Media Japan, Nov 2002--GBS] Flu vaccination linked to muscle-wasting disease [Media Jan 2003] Flu vaccination suspected in emergency director's illness [Media Nov 2002] Flu Shot Left Executive Paralyzed Law Suit As a Result of (Flu) Vaccine Induced GBS Adverse Reaction to Flu Shot Tetanus Vaccine Reaction (GBS) Flu vaccine neuropathy FSME vaccine reaction [Flu vaccine--Guillian Barre] Flu vaccine reaction [Hepatitis B vaccination-CIDP, Epstein-Barr, GBS, vision problems] Ray Chidester [Flu vaccine--Guillaine Barre Syndrome] [Media] FLU JAB KILLS RITA Dawbarns solicitors vaccine fact sheet Measles jab puts Jason out of the running (Observer On Sunday Jan 1, 1995) [Media 2002, MMR--GBS, ME] MMR jab ruined my life' Swine Flu transcript---60 Minutes Nov 4, 1979 Package insert hepatitis B vaccine [Media UK, July 1998, Polio & diptheria vaccines---Guillaine Barre] Julie sues over jabs A mass polio vaccination in Finland (1985) resulted in a higher incidence of Guillain-Barre (GBS) cases in the first two quarters (16 total) compared to a mean incidence of GBS in the population of 3 cases per quarter during a 6 year surveillance period, 1981-1986. Ten of these were diagnosed within 10 weeks after vaccination with OPV. The Vaccine Safety Committee has acknowledged that OPV causes both paralytic polio and Guillain-Barre syndrome. Health officials had convinced the Chinese to rename the bulk of their polio to Guillaine-Barre Syndrome. This went along without a hitch for some time, until a research team suggested giving it a separate name - Chinese Paralytic Syndrome. This prompted an even closer look at the data. A later study (in Hebei province) found that both the new disorder and the Guillaine-Barre Syndrome was really polio. They came to their conclusion by looking at the trends in polio from 1955-90 and noted that, after mass vaccination started in 1971, reports of polio went down but Guillaine-Barre syndrome increased about 10-fold. Once again, polio was still there but wearing a different name tag. (Vaccination by Greg Beattie p68). A REPORT ON MMR QUESTIONNAIRES AND PERSONAL COMMUNICATIONS. http://www.argonet.co.uk/users/jabs/mmrrep.html Young sailor develops Guillain-Barre Syndrome after Anthrax vaccination. http://www.dallasnw.quik.com/cyberel...x/adverse.html Lawyer for vaccine induced GBS: Clifford Shoemaker & Bradley Horn Shoemaker and Horn 9711 Meadowlark Rd. Vienna, VA 22182-1951 (703) 281-6395 http://www.attorneyaccess.net ******** Guillain-Barre and vaccine citations Citations GBS Boe E, et al. Guillain-Barre syndrome after vaccination with human diploid cell rabies vaccine. Scand J Infect Dis. 1980;12(3):231-2. PMID: 7001615; UI: 81056244.[See Related Articles] Bryan, J.; Noble, G.R.; Guillain-Barré Syndrome after administration of killed vaccines. Genf: Ref: IABS Symposium on Influenza Immunization 1.6-4.6.1977 Beghi E, et al. Guillain-Barre syndrome. Clinicoepidemiologic features and effect of influenza vaccine. Arch Neurol. 1985 Nov;42(11):1053-7. PMID: 4051833; UI: 86024965. Breman JG, et al. Guillain-Barre syndrome and its relationship to swine influenza vaccination in Michigan, 1976-1977. Am J Epidemiol. 1984 Jun;119(6):880-9. PMID: 6731430; UI: 84228448. Active surveillance to detect all patients with Guillain-Barre syndrome who had had onset of illness from July 1, 1976 through April 30, 1977 was undertaken in Michigan after indications that the syndrome might be associated with the National Influenza Immunization Program of 1976-1977. Hospital record room librarians, neurologists, and neurosurgeons reported the greatest number of cases; coded hospital discharge records were the best means of ascertaining case occurrence. This differed from national surveillance, which relied essentially on reports that neurologists and other clinicians sent to state epidemiologists and then to the Centers for Disease Control; hospital discharge lists were not systemically reviewed nationally. A total of 79 of the Michigan cases were in persons who had not received swine influenza vaccine, while 46 cases were in persons who had received it. For unvaccinated adults, the incidence of Guillain-Barre syndrome during the 10-month surveillance period was 0.36 cases per 10(6) person-weeks; for adults with onset within six weeks of vaccination, it was 2.31 cases per 10(6) person-weeks. After six weeks post-vaccination, the rate decreased to 0.17 cases per 10(6) person-weeks. The attributable risk for acquiring Guillain-Barre syndrome within six weeks after receiving swine influenza vaccine was 11.70 cases per 10(6) persons vaccinated. Cabrera J, et al. Unusual features of the Guillain-Barre syndrome after rabies vaccine prepared in suckling mouse brain. J Neurol Sci. 1987 Nov;81(2-3):239-45. PMID: 3694230; UI: 88089727.[See Related Articles] D'Cruz OF, Shapiro ED, Spiegelman KN, Leicher CR, Breningstall GN, Khatri BO, Dobyns WB. Acute inflammatory demyelinating polyradiculoneuropathy (Guillain-Barre syndrome) after immunization with Haemophilus influenzae type b conjugate vaccine. J Pediatr. 1989 Nov;115(5 Pt 1):743-6. No abstract available. PMID: 2809907 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] Elissa A. Laitin and Elise M. Pelletier. The Influenza A/New Jersey (Swine Flu) Vaccine and Guillain-Barré Syndrome: The Arguments for a Causal Association----- Ehrengut W, et al. [Neurological complications after influenza vaccination]. MMW Munch Med Wochenschr. 1977 May 20;119(20):705-10. German. PMID: 406554; UI: 77212853. The clinical aspects and differential diagnosis of 11 neural complications following influenza vaccination (Guillain-Barre syndrome, serogenetic polyneuritis, encephalomyelitis) are discussed. Etiopathogenetically a hypersensitivity to components in the serum must be taken into consideration, as a case with anaphylactoid reaction shows. The incubation period of the remaining cases (beginning only after the 4th day post vaccination) is on the other hand consistent with the assumption of a pathomechanism rather like that of serum sickness. The number of influenza vaccinations previously administered in the individual case bears no relation to the neurological disturbances described. Vaccines of different manufacture can, in the same way, provoke these rare inoculation complications (frequency: 1 case per 0.7-1.3 mio vaccinations). The indication for influenza vaccinations is not limited by these occurrences. Friedrich F, et al. Temporal association between the isolation of Sabin-related poliovirus vaccine strains and the Guillain-Barre syndrome. Rev Inst Med Trop Sao Paulo. 1996 Jan-Feb;38(1):55-8. PMID: 8762640; UI: 96319069. Gervaix A, Caflisch M, Suter S, Haenggeli CA. Guillain-Barre syndrome following immunisation with Haemophilus influenzae type b conjugate vaccine. Eur J Pediatr. 1993 Jul;152(7):613-4. PMID: 8354324 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] Gurtovoi MI. [Discovery of a possible connection between vaccination with inactivated chromatographic influenza vaccine and the development of the Guillain-Barre syndrome]. Tr Inst Im Pastera. 1985;63:78-81. Russian. No abstract available.PMID: 3843161; UI: 87179166. Goodman RA, et al. Influenza and influenza vaccination. Am Fam Physician. 1980 Jan;21(1):101-5. PMID: 7350730; UI: 80085069. Gurtovoi MI. [Discovery of a possible connection between vaccination with inactivated chromatographic influenza vaccine and the development of the Guillain-Barre syndrome]. Tr Inst Im Pastera. 1985;63:78-81. Russian. No abstract available.PMID: 3843161; UI: 87179166. Gunderman JR. Guillain-Barre syndrome. Occurrence following combined mumps-rubella vaccine. Am J Dis Child. 1973 Jun;125(6):834-5. No abstract available. PMID: 4350682; UI: 73187935. Grose C, et al. Guillain-Barre syndrome following administration of live measles vaccine. Am J Med. 1976 Mar;60(3):441-3. PMID: 1258890; UI: 76158140. In a 19 month old girl and a 10 month old girl the Guillain-Barre syndrome developed within a week after they received, respectively, live measles-rubella vaccine and live measles vaccine. The older child was immune to the rubella at the time of vaccination, but both girls demonstrated a primary measles antibody response. Serum obtained during the acute and convalescent stages from the younger child was tested for antibodies against the herpes viruses (herpes simplex, Epstein-Barr virus, cytomegalovirus and varicella-zoster) and found to be negative. Hemachudha T, et al.Immunologic studies of rabies vaccination-induced Guillain-Barre syndrome. Neurology. 1988 Mar;38(3):375-8. PMID: 2450302; UI: 88157125. Patients with Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS) induced by rabies vaccines prepared from either suckling mouse brain (SMB) or mature sheep brain (Semple vaccine) and patients with sporadic, idiopathic GBS were studied for antibody to myelin basic protein (MBP), P2 protein, and Schwann cells. Sera from all four Semple vaccine- and one of five SMB vaccine-induced GBS patients, but none of the sporadic GBS patients, had antibody to MBP. Sera from Semple vaccinees also had antibody to fixed, transformed Schwann cells, but similar amounts of antibody were found in sera from Semple vaccinees with CNS complications and with minor non-neurologic complications, suggesting that this antibody was not specifically linked to the development of polyneuritis. None of the sera had detectable antibody to P2 protein. We conclude that patients with GBS constitute a heterogeneous population and that different target antigens may serve as a focus for this presumed autoimmune disease. Hjorth RN, et al. Experimental neuritis induced by a mixture of neural antigens and influenza vaccines. A possible model for Guillain-Barre syndrome. J Neuroimmunol. 1984 Feb;6(1):1-8. PMID: 6707195; UI: 84162569.[See Related Articles] Hurwitz ES, et al. Guillain-Barre syndrome and the 1978-1979 influenza vaccine. N Engl J Med. 1981 Jun 25;304(26):1557-61. PMID: 7231501; UI: 81197565. Hughes R, et al. Vaccines and Guillain-Barre syndrome. BMJ. 1996 Jun 8;312(7044):1475-6. No abstract available.PMID: 8664637; UI: 96257108. Kakar A, Sethi PK. Guillain Barre syndrome associated with hepatitis B vaccination.Indian J Pediatr. 1997 Sep-Oct;64(5):710-2. No abstract available.PMID: 10771907 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] Kinnunen E, et al. Incidence of Guillain-Barre syndrome during a nationwide oral poliovirus vaccine campaign. Neurology. 1989 Aug;39(8):1034-6. PMID: 2788248; UI: 89344401. Kinnunen E, et al. Nationwide oral poliovirus vaccination campaign and the incidence of Guillain-Barre Syndrome. Am J Epidemiol. 1998 Jan 1;147(1):69-73. PMID: 9440401; UI: 98103584. Knittel T, et al. Guillain-Barre syndrome and human diploid cell rabies vaccine. Lancet. 1989 Jun 10;1(8650):1334-5. No abstract available.PMID: 2566866; UI: 89260830. Keenlyside RA, et al. Fatal Guillain-Barre syndrome after the national influenza immunization program. Neurology. 1980 Sep;30(9):929-33. PMID: 6252515; UI: 81031247. Fifty-eight fatal cases of Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS) were reported during the 1976 to 1977 National Influenza Program: Thirty-two (58%) of these patients had received the A/New Jersey influenza vaccine. The mean interval from vaccination to onset was 3.9 weeks, and the incidence of preceding illness in vaccinated or unvaccinated patients was similar. Fifty-eight percent had at least one chronic disease before onset. The clinical features were similar in vaccinated and unvaccinated patients. Most deaths followed medical complications of respiratory paralysis: Fifteen had pneumonia, 29 (83%) died suddenly, 15 had sudden arrhythmias or hypotension, and 7 had myocardial infarction or pulmonary embolus. Lasky T, et al. The Guillain-Barre syndrome and the 1992-1993 and 1993-1994 influenza vaccines. N Engl J Med. 1998 Dec 17;339(25):1797-802. PMID: 9854114; UI: 99061022. Langmuir AD, et al. An epidemiologic and clinical evaluation of Guillain-Barre syndrome reported in association with the administration of swine influenza vaccines. Am J Epidemiol. 1984 Jun;119(6):841-79. PMID: 6328974; UI: 84228447. As a result of a court order, computerized summaries of approximately 1,300 cases reported as Guillain-Barre syndrome by state health departments to the Centers for Disease Control during the intensive national surveillance instituted following the swine influenza vaccination program in 1976-1977 became available for further study. Although the data were not uniformly adequate to confirm the diagnosis of Guillain-Barre syndrome, they were sufficient to enable classification according to extent of motor involvement. Vaccinated cases with "extensive" paresis or paralysis occurred in a characteristic epidemiologic pattern closely approximated by a lognormal curve, suggesting a causal relationship between the disease and the vaccine. Cases with "limited" motor involvement showed no such pattern, suggesting that this group included a substantial proportion of cases which were unrelated to the vaccine. The effect attributed to the vaccine lasted for at least six weeks and possibly for eight weeks but not longer. The relative risk of acquiring "extensive" disease over a six-week period following vaccination ranged from 3.96 to 7.75 depending on the particular baseline estimate of expected normal or endemic incidence that was chosen. Correspondingly, the number of cases that could be attributed to the vaccine over the six-week period ranged from 211 to 246, or very slightly higher over an eight-week period if the lowest baseline estimate was used. The total rate of Guillain-Barre syndrome cases attributed to prior use of the vaccine was 4.9 to 5.9 per million vaccinees. Muhlebach-Sponer M, et al. Intrathecal rubella antibodies in an adolescent with Guillain-Barre syndrome after mumps-measles-rubella vaccination. Eur J Pediatr. 1995 Feb;154(2):166. No abstract available.PMID: 7720751; UI: 95237246. Mader R, et al. Systemic vasculitis following influenza vaccination--report of 3 cases and literature review. J Rheumatol. 1993 Aug;20(8):1429-31. Review. PMID: 8230034; UI: 94046875. Influenza vaccination is a widely accepted practice particularly among the elderly and high risk individuals. Minor and transitory side effects following the vaccination are common while systemic complications are infrequently reported. We describe 3 patients who developed systemic vasculitis following influenza vaccination. With increasing use of influenza vaccination, attention should be drawn to the possible expression of systemic adverse effects such as vasculitis. Mantel N. "An epidemiologic and clinical evaluation of Guillain-Barre syndrome reported in association with the administration of swine influenza vaccines". Am J Epidemiol. 1985 Apr;121(4):620-3. No abstract available.PMID: 4014151; UI: 85248370. Marks JS, et al. Guillain-Barre syndrome in recipients of A/New Jersey influenza vaccine. JAMA. 1980 Jun 27;243(24):2490-4. PMID: 6247520; UI: 80207170. Morris K, et al. Guillain-Barre syndrome after measles, mumps, and rubella vaccine. Lancet. 1994 Jan 1;343(8888):60. No abstract available.PMID: 7905077; UI: 94125719. Nejmi SE, Tajri M, Laraki M, Sadraoui A. [Guillain-Barre syndrome following immunization against Haemophilus influenzae type b] Arch Pediatr. 2001 Aug;8(8):894-5. French. No abstract available. PMID: 11524923 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] Newton N Jr, et al. [See Related Articles] Guillain-Barre syndrome after vaccination with purified tetanus toxoid. South Med J. 1987 Aug;80(8):1053-4. PMID: 3616707; UI: 87292322. [No authors listed] [Vaccination and the Guillan-Barre syndrome]. Ned Tijdschr Geneeskd. 1978 Nov 11;122(45):1780. Dutch. No abstract available.PMID: 703884; UI: 79032243. Phillips PE. Guillain-Barre syndrome after measles. Br Med J. 1972 Oct 7;4(831):50. No abstract available. PMID: 5078428; UI: 73022045. Pelosio A, et al. [Influenza vaccination and polyradiculoneuritis of the Guillain-Barre type]. Medicina (Firenze). 1990 Apr-Jun;10(2):169. Italian. PMID: 2273957; UI: 91109533. Poser C . Neurological complications of swine influenza vaccination. Acta Neurol Scand 1982 Oct;66(4):413-31 The emphasis upon the remarkably large number of cases of Guillain-Barre syndrome which resulted from the 1976 National Swine Influenza immunization program in the U.S.A. has obscured the fact that other neurological complications, involving the central nervous system also occurred. The anatomical distribution of lesions is almost identical with that seen following other types of vaccination: involvement of the brain, cerebellum, optic nerve, cranial nerves and spinal cord occurred with approximately the same frequency. 5 instances of the very rare subacute or chronic, progressive, post-vaccinal encephalopathy are described, a situation which is identical to the subacute and chronic forms of polyradiculoneuropathy. In a number of cases, in particular the myelopathies, a subclinical involvement of peripheral nerves was demonstrated by means of electrodiagnostic studies, illustrating the often overlooked fact that central nervous system involvement will mask peripheral nerve lesions. The etiological significance of the swine influenza vaccination was overlooked and completely erroneous diagnoses were established in a surprisingly large number of the 26 new cases reported here. PMID: 6128862, UI: 83070654 Roscelli JD, et al. Guillain-Barre syndrome and influenza vaccination in the US Army, 1980-1988. Am J Epidemiol. 1991 May 1;133(9):952-5. PMID: 2028981; UI: 91229076. Rees J, et al. Guillain-Barre syndrome after measles, mumps, and rubella vaccine. Lancet. 1994 Mar 19;343(8899):733. No abstract available.PMID: 7907701; UI: 94180642. Retailliau HF, et al. Illness after influenza vaccination reported through a nationwide surveillance system, 1976-1977. Am J Epidemiol. 1980 Mar;111(3):270-8. PMID: 7361749; UI: 80150827. In 1976, the Center for Disease Control coordinated nationwide surveillance for illnesses after influenza vaccination as part of an effort to vaccinate the nation against influenza A/New Jersey/76. For the 48,161,019 persons vaccinated in 1976, a total of 4733 reports of illness were received which included reports of 223 deaths. When Guillain-Barre syndrome was reported in vaccine recipients, an investigation was begun to examine this possible association. Other than the Guillain-Barre syndrome and rare cases of anaphylaxis, no serious illnesses were causally associated with influenza vaccination by this type of surveillance. Widespread underreporting of illness and death in the passive phase of this surveillance system, however, impaired the ability to draw conclusions about reactions to vaccine from the reports of illness received. da Silveira CM, et al. Measles vaccination and Guillain-Barre syndrome. Lancet. 1997 Jan 4;349(9044):14-6. PMID: 8988116; UI: 97141866. Saijo M, et al. [Central nervous system infection caused by mumps virus]. Nippon Rinsho. 1997 Apr;55(4):870-5. Review. Japanese. PMID: 9103886; UI: 97257339. Central nervous system infection caused by mumps virus is reviewed. Aseptic meningitis, acute encephalitis, chronic encephalitis, hydrocephalus, ataxia, transverse myelitis, Guillain-Barre syndrome and deafness are noted as central nervous system complications of mumps. Among these complications, acute and chronic encephalitis, hydrocephalus, transverse myelitis and deafness occasionally result in severe sequelae. Aseptic meningitis due to mumps vaccine strain increased significantly after the introduction of trivalent measles, mumps and rubella vaccination in Japan. Recently, a differentiation method of mumps vaccine strain from wild viruses has been established using molecular analysis. Mumps virus infection is still one of the most common communicable viral infections, although it is preventable by vaccination. Schonberger LB, et al. Guillain-Barre syndrome following vaccination in the National Influenza Immunization Program, United States, 1976--1977. Am J Epidemiol. 1979 Aug;110(2):105-23. PMID: 463869; UI: 79228981. Because of an increase in the number of reports of Guillian-Barre syndrome (GBS) following A/New Jersey influenza vaccination, the National Influenza Immunization Program was suspended December 16, 1976 and nationwide surveillance for GBS was begun. This surveillance uncovered a total of 1098 patients with onset of GBS from October 1, 1976, to January 31, 1977, from all 50 states, District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. A total of 532 patients had recently received an A/New Jersey influenza vaccination prior to their onset of GBS (vaccinated cases), and 15 patients received a vaccination after their onset of GBS. Five hundred forty-three patients had not been recently vaccinated with A/New Jersey influenza vaccine and the vaccination status for 8 was unknown. Epidemiologic evidence indicated that many cases of GBS were related to vaccination. When compared to the unvaccinated population, the vaccinated population had a significantly elevated attack rate in every adult age group. The estimated attributable risk of vaccine-related GBS in the adult population was just under one case per 100,000 vaccinations. The period of increased risk was concentrated primarily within the 5-week period after vaccination, although it lasted for approximately 9 or 10 weeks. Schonberger LB, et al. Guillain-Barre syndrome: its epidemiology and associations with influenza vaccination. Ann Neurol. 1981;9 Suppl:31-8. PMID: 7224614; UI: 81182844. Udawat H, Chaudhary HR, Goyal RK, Chaudhary VK, Mathur R. Guillain-Barre syndrome following antirabies semple vaccine--a report of six cases. J Assoc Physicians India. 2001 Mar;49:384-5. No abstract available. PMID: 11291988 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] Ward DL. "Guillain-Barre syndrome and influenza vaccination in the US Army, 1980-1988". Am J Epidemiol. 1992 Aug 1;136(3):374-6. No abstract available.PMID: 1415156; UI: 93035252. BMJ 1996;312:1475-1476 (8 June) http://www.bmj.com/cgi/content/full/312/7044/1475/d Letters Vaccines and Guillain-Barre syndrome Richard Hughes, Jeremy Rees, Nigel Smeeton, John Winer EDITOR,--Three cases of Guillain-Barre syndrome were reported to the Committee on Safety of Medicines in Britain during a recent programme which immunised just under 8 million children with measles/rubella vaccine (DM Salisbury, Department of Health, personal communication). This low figure might be due to underreporting but is reassuringly less than the background risk of developing the syndrome (which would have been expected to be about 7.6 cases in the month after immunisation in the United Kingdom, based on the typical reported annual incidence of 1/100 000).1 We questioned 103 patients with Guillain-Barre or Miller Fisher syndrome, 98 household controls, and 93 hospital controls in south east England in 1992-4 (before the measles/rubella immunisation programme).2 Thirteen patients, and nine household and five hospital controls reported being immunised within 12 weeks before onset of neuropathy in the index case. The immunisations were for influenza in 10 patients and eight household and three hospital controls, typhoid/cholera in one patient and one household control, typhoid alone in one patient, tetanus toxoid booster in one patient, diphtheria/tetanus/pertussis in one hospital control, and human immune globulin in one hospital control. The median intervals between immunisation and neuropathy onset in the index case were 44 (range 3-64) days in patients, 44 (7-64) days in household controls, and 36 (14-62) days in hospital controls. The differences in proportions immunised between the patients and either of the control groups are not significant but the confidence intervals for the odds ratios are wide. A matched analysis shows that the odds ratio of cases having been immunised was 4.0 (95% confidence interval 0.4 to 197) in comparison to household controls and 2.2 (0.7 to 8.1) in comparison to hospital controls. A similar study in 1983-4 also failed to show an increase in risk since 6/100 patients and 5/100 hospital controls had been immunised in the previous 12 weeks.3 The odds ratio for the two series combined was 1.8 (0.7 to 4.4). Our case-control studies and the literature do not suggest any increased risk of Guillain-Barre syndrome after vaccines currently used in the United Kingdom. However, obtaining the number of individuals required to detect or exclude a small increase in absolute risk would require an active surveillance programme or classification of Guillain-Barre syndrome as a notifiable disease. At present we rely on diligent reporting to the Committee on Safety of Medicines of cases of the syndrome after vaccination. Professor of neurology MRC clinical research fellow Department of Neurology, United Medical and Dental Schools, Guy's Hospital, London SE1 9RT Lecturer in medical statistics Department of Public Health Medicine, Guy's Hospital Consultant neurologist Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham B29 6JD |
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