Polio is a contagious disease caused by one of three types of poliovirus. Polio spreads easily from person to person.
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What causes polio?
Polio is caused by one of three types of poliovirus. It is frequently spread through contact with infected faeces.
This is frequently caused by improper handwashing. It can also occur as a result of consuming contaminated food or water.
It can also be spread through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes infected droplets.
What are the symptoms of polio?
Polio symptoms range in severity. The majority of those affected have no symptoms at all.
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One in every four people (or 25 out of every 100) infected with poliovirus will experience flu-like symptoms, which may include: fever tiredness sore throat, nausea, headache
and stomach ache
How is polio treated?
The treatment you receive will be determined by your symptoms, age, overall health and the severity of the condition.
Polio can be prevented with a vaccine, but there is no specific treatment for those who become infected.
Measures to help alleviate symptoms: Acetaminophen or ibuprofen are pain relievers.
A nutritious diet and for muscle pain, use hot packs or heating pads.
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