poliomyelitis

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Disease Overview

An acute infectious disorder that affects the nervous system. It is caused by the poliovirus. The virus spreads by direct contact, and can be prevented by prophylaxis with the polio vaccine.


Synonyms

  • Polia
  • acute poliomyelitis
  • infantile paralysis
  • polio
  • poliomyelitisPolia
  • acute poliomyelitis
  • infantile paralysis
  • polio
  • poliomyelitis