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Polio, short for poliomyelitis, is a highly infectious viral disease caused by the poliovirus. The virus primarily affects the nervous system, leading to paralysis in some cases. Polio is usually spread through contaminated water or food, and it can also be transmitted through person-to-person contact. There are three strains of the poliovirus, and the majority of infections are asymptomatic or result in mild symptoms.

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Symptoms can include such as

Sore throat

Fever

Tiredness

Nausea

Headache

Stomach pain

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To confirm the diagnosis, a lab test of a stool sample can detect the poliovirus.

As for a cure there is no cure for Poliovirus but there is option to help such as Physical therapy and Symptomatic treatment.

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For prevention There is a vaccine called Inactivated poliovirus vaccine (IPV) that's give either on arm or leg. There is also Oral poliovirus vaccine (OPV).

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The impaired effectiveness of the oral poliovirus vaccine (OPV) in low-income countries has been observed since its early use. This study aimed to investigate the impact of simultaneous enteric infections on OPV response. Through a systematic review of 25 trials, mainly focusing on nonpolio enteroviruses (NPEVs), it was found that concurrent NPEV infections significantly reduced the likelihood of per-dose seroconversion for type 1 poliovirus. Similar effects were observed in vaccine virus shedding. Additionally, concurrent diarrhea was found to inhibit overall per-dose seroconversion. The study suggests that simultaneous enteric infections can negatively influence the effectiveness of OPV.

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Dr. Beate Kampmann: Holds an MD from the University of Cologne and a PhD from Imperial College London.

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Polio Explained - Vaccination, Symptoms and Transmission