Question
What is pediatric paralysis?
Answer
Pediatric paralysis is a disease caused by infection with the polio virus. After infection, patients may experience symptoms such as muscle atrophy, joint and muscle pain, secondary osteoarthritis, and progressive weakness and fatigue. Precautions include avoiding colds, preventing exposure to wind, cold, and dampness, consuming a diet high in protein, nutrition, and calories, and appropriately ingesting foods rich in vitamin B1 and vitamin B12.