Patient Profile: Name: John M. Age: 42 Sex: Male Chief Comp…
Patient Profile: Name: John M. Age: 42 Sex: Male Chief Complaint: Progressive weakness in legs over the past 3 days History: Recent gastrointestinal illness 10 days ago (self-limited diarrhea) Symptoms: Bilateral leg weakness progressing proximally Tingling in feet and hands Difficulty climbing stairs No fever or trauma Mild facial weakness noted today Vitals: BP 130/85, HR 92, RR 18, SpO₂ 98% RA Physical Exam: Symmetric lower extremity weakness (3/5) Diminished deep tendon reflexes in knees and ankles Mild facial droop No sensory level or bowel/bladder dysfunction What is the patient’s likely diagnosis and why do you think this?
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