<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nAlthough\npolio can cause paralysis and death, most people infected with the virus don’t\nget sick and don’t know they’ve been infected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Non-paralytic polio symptoms<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nNonparalytic\npolio signs and symptoms can last from 1 to 10 days. Non-paralytic polio is\nalso known as abortive polio. These symptoms can include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Fever<\/li>
- Sore throat<\/li>
- Headache<\/li>
- Vomiting<\/li>
- Fatigue<\/li>
- Back and neck pain<\/li>
- Arm and leg stiffness<\/li>
- Muscle tenderness and spasms<\/li>
- Meningitis, membrane infection across the brain<\/li>
- Paralytic polio symptoms<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
This severe\nform of the disease is not common. Initial symptoms of paralytic polio, like\nfever and headache, mostly copy those of nonparalytic polio. However, further\nsigns and symptoms appear within a week, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- A loss of reflexes
- Severe muscle pain or weakness<\/li><\/ul>
- Floppy limbs<\/li><\/ul>
- A feeling of pins and needles in your legs<\/li><\/ul>
- Paralyzed arms, legs, or both<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>When to seek medical help<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nTalk to your\ndoctor for polio vaccination before travelling to a part of the world where\npolio still happens naturally like as Central and South America, Africa and\nAsia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Additionally,\ncall your doctor if:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- From polio vaccine your child has an allergic reaction.
- The child has other issues than slight redness or vaccine\ninjection site soreness <\/li><\/ul>
- Months ago you had polio and now you have unexplained fatigue and\nweakness<\/li><\/ul>
- If you have not completed the vaccine dosage.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>What causes polio?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nPolio is\ncaused by poliovirus. The virus enters the body through the mouth. t is\ntransmitted by contact with an infected person’s faeces (stool), or by exposure\nto phlegm or mucus when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Polio can also be\nspread by touching items which are contaminated with faecal matter containing\nthe virus and then putting your hands in your mouth. Poor hygiene or unsanitary\nconditions leading to contamination of food or water supplies with the virus\nhave also been linked to polio outbreaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A person who\nis infected with the virus can remain contagious for 1 or 2 weeks after\nsymptoms first appear. An infected person can carry the virus and infect others\neven if he or she does not appear to be sick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Home Remedies<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n- Maintain a healthy lifestyle
- Limit activities that cause pain<\/li><\/ul>
- Stay warm<\/li><\/ul>
- Avoid falls<\/li><\/ul>
- Avoid smoking<\/li><\/ul>
- Protect your lungs<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Risk factors for polio<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nYou are most\nat risk of infection with the poliovirus if you haven\u00e2\u20ac\u2122t been immunized against\npolio. People most at risk of infection include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Pregnant women<\/li>
- The elderly<\/li>
- The very young<\/li>
- Individuals, who have a weak immune system, like those with hiv. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
This is\nespecially the case in parts of the world where sanitation is poor and\nimmunization programs are not widespread. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Factors that can increase your risk include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n- Travelling to an area where polio is common or where an outbreak\nhas recently occurred<\/li>
- Living with those people who are recently infected with polio <\/li>
- Not immunized and having contact with someone who has recently\nimmunized an oral polio vaccine.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
What are the complications of polio?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe\ncomplications of polio can vary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Most people recover without complications<\/li>
- Some people may develop muscle weakness<\/li>
- Many people will get permanent paralysis of the muscle<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Prevention<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nVaccines are\nthe main way to prevent polio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However,\nthere are some ways to prevent polio:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Avoiding food or beverages that may have been contaminated by a\nperson with poliovirus<\/li>
- Checking with a medical professional that your vaccinations are\ncurrent<\/li>
- Washing your hands frequently<\/li>
- Using hand sanitizer when soap is not available<\/li>
- Covering the mouth while sneezing or coughing<\/li>
- While touching the eyes, nose, or mouth your hands should be clean<\/li>
- People who are sick, avoid to close contact with them and also do\nnot share utensils with them<\/li>
- Make sure to get the required doses of the vaccine booster<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Be sure to\nreceive a vaccination before travelling to an area that is prone to polio\nbreakouts. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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