The Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) recently added Guillain-Barre syndrome as a potential side effect to the Johnson and Johnson Covid-19 vaccine. However, it is important to note that this is a very rare side effect and the increased risk of contracting Guillain-Barre syndrome after receiving the Johnson and Johnson vaccine is incredibly low. For example, it is estimated that there have only been around one hundred cases of Guillain-Barre syndrome from the vaccine out of the thirteen million doses of the vaccine that have been administered.
Guillain-Barre syndrome occurs when the immune system attacks the nerve cells. It is most common in adults over the age of fifty. Typically, the symptoms of Guillain-Barre syndrome will appear within six weeks of getting the vaccine. The symptoms will typically appear as muscle weakness. The syndrome can be temporary or permanent. If you believe you are experiencing Guillain-Barre syndrome, you should see your doctor immediately.
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