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What Are The Chances Of Developing Post Polio Syndrome?
Hiya just wanted to enquire that if a person had polio in his childhood but has recovered and is now in his normal activities, Limps a little bit when walking but not at all obvious and his affected leg is very slightly slimmer than the other, he is now 31. what are the chances in his case to develop post polio syndrome? is there any prevention??
Wed, 4 Jan 2017
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
The limping and the slimmer leg could be from post polio syndrome. He would need to undergo blood test and neurological testing to confirm. In order to prevent further deformity if its post polio syndrome he would need specialized bracing and physical therapy and occupation therapy to prevent muscle wasting.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Samuel Parmar
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
The limping and the slimmer leg could be from post polio syndrome. He would need to undergo blood test and neurological testing to confirm. In order to prevent further deformity if its post polio syndrome he would need specialized bracing and physical therapy and occupation therapy to prevent muscle wasting.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Samuel Parmar
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