Breaking news: Patrick Eaves battling with rare syndrom

The Anaheim Ducks announced that forward Patrick Eaves was put in intensive care, as he is battling with Guillain-Barré syndrom.

From the National Intsitute of Neurogical Disorders and Strokes

Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is a disorder in which the body's immune system attacks part of the peripheral nervous system. The first symptoms of this disorder include varying degrees of weakness or tingling sensations in the legs. In many instances the symmetrical weakness and abnormal sensations spread to the arms and upper body. These symptoms can increase in intensity until certain muscles cannot be used at all and, when severe, the person is almost totally paralyzed. In these cases the disorder is life threatening - potentially interfering with breathing and, at times, with blood pressure or heart rate - and is considered a medical emergency.

However, Eaves condition has stabilized over the weekend, and he is expected to make a full recovery. 

Eaves adressed the situation, via the Anaheim Ducks website.

«I want to thank Dr. Robert Watkins Sr. and Dr. Danny Benmoshe for their early diagnosis of my condition, along with the proactive Ducks medical team. Thanks to them and the incredible nurses at Hoag Hospital, I'm on the road to recovery. I've received tremendous amount of support over the last few days, most importantly from my family, friends and teammates. I'm determined to fully overcome this and return to the ice as soon as possible.»