Poliomyelitis

Poliomyelitis

Poliomyelitis, more frequently known as “polio,” is a highly contagious virus that mostly affects children. Polio is usually passed from food or water that is contaminated with the virus.

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Symptoms of Poliomyelitis

Symptoms of poliomyelitis include:

  • Headache
  • Vomiting
  • Fever
  • Fatigue
  • Stiff neck
  • Painful limbs

    • Some people have no symptoms of poliomyelitis, but pass the disease on through their stool.

    Effects of Poliomyelitis

    Poliomyelitis attacks the central nervous system, so a percentage of people who are infected with polio will experience paralysis. This paralysis is permanent.

    Preventing Poliomyelitis

    The spread of polio can be controlled by a vaccine, which has effectively eradicated the disease in the United States.