Confusion Surrounds Death of Minor Linked to Guillain Barre Syndrome
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Synopsis
Confusion has arisen in West Bengal after a minor's death was linked to Guillain Barre Syndrome, despite health officials claiming no new cases have emerged since December. The state Health Secretary reassures that the situation is being monitored, and the disease is not new to the region.
Key Takeaways
- Minor's death raises questions about Guillain Barre Syndrome.
- No official confirmation from health authorities regarding the cause of death.
- Hospital states septic shock and myocarditis as primary causes.
- Health Secretary claims no new cases of the syndrome in West Bengal.
- World Health Organization supports the state's assessment.
Kolkata, Jan 28 (NationPress) Following the statement from the West Bengal Health department that there is no cause for concern regarding Guillain Barre Syndrome in the region, as it is neither a new illness nor have there been any recent cases reported since December, confusion has arisen over the death of a 10-year-old student who passed away on Wednesday, allegedly due to this condition.
While there have been assertions linking the death to Guillain Barre Syndrome, no official confirmation has been provided by either the state Health Department or the hospital authorities where the child was treated at the time of reporting.
The deceased minor was reportedly from Jagatdal in North 24 Parganas district of West Bengal.
Additionally, reports surfaced on Tuesday concerning a similar incident involving a 17-year-old from Amdanga, also in North 24 Parganas, who reportedly died after being affected by Guillain Barre Syndrome.
However, the hospital authorities stated that the cause of death was septic shock and myocarditis, suggesting that Guillain Barre Syndrome might have been an underlying condition.
In a statement from state Health Secretary Narayan Swarup Nigam on Tuesday, he reiterated that Guillain Barre Syndrome is not a new issue in the state or the nation, noting sporadic cases over time.
He emphasized that there is no reason for alarm in West Bengal, as there haven’t been any new cases since December last year.
He further mentioned that the World Health Organization has corroborated his statements.
Simultaneously, he assured that the relevant medical teams within the state Health department are maintaining vigilant monitoring of the situation.
