Can Polio Be Transmitted to Infants?

Polio is an acute infectious disease caused by the polio virus, which commonly affects young children. Some patients may develop flaccid paralysis, hence the name infantile paralysis. It is highly contagious, but once vaccinated, immunity is acquired and it is never contracted. To reduce the risk of transmission to children, it is best to isolate them from patients, avoid contact with the patient’s feces and saliva, and sterilize the patient’s clothing. Most adult patients are no longer contagious.
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Can Poor Semen Quality Cause Mental Retardation?

Poor semen quality may affect the ability to conceive, but it cannot predict or determine whether it will affect a child’s intelligence. If there is an impact, it might lead to miscarriage. There are currently recommendations for progesterone therapy to protect the pregnancy.
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