Guillain–Barré Syndrome and Viral Thyroiditis—Coexisting Together or Viral Thyroiditis as a Cause of Guillain–Barré Syndrome: An Unsolved Enigma!

Hyperthyroidism can sometimes mimic Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS). Polyneuropathy, paraplegia, and thyrotoxic periodic paralysis presenting as hypokalemia can be the presentation of hyperthyroidism. This case highlights the similar presentation of two clinical conditions that can occur simultaneously, or one of them may precipitate the other. A high index of suspicion is essential for the diagnosis.