6. The Body and Mind Are Closely Linked
Many people are surprised to find that Guillain Barre Syndrome can also cause cognitive difficulties, making it more difficult for people to think clearly, and potentially leading to confusion, forgetfulness, and other similar conditions.
One explanation for this may be the microglia. This is a type of neuron that is only now being fully understood. Its role is to identify dead brain cells and to escort them away from the brain. When the immune system turns on the body, it may also be true that the microglia become overactive in the brain – thereby destroying axons and synapses that we actually need.