There are 6 ways to diagnose polio

What are the diagnostic methods for polio? This has always been the topic of greatest concern to mothers, because they are very afraid that some of their baby’s symptoms may be symptoms of polio, and that they may not be discovered in time and miss the best time for treatment. In fact, in life, there are 6 methods for diagnosing polio.

(I) Infectious polyradiculitis or Guillain-Barre's syndrome is more common in older children. It starts sporadically with no fever or low fever, accompanied by mild upper respiratory tract inflammation symptoms, and gradually develops flaccid paralysis that is ascending and symmetrical, often accompanied by sensory impairment. The cerebrospinal fluid is characterized by increased protein and fewer cells. Paralysis recovery is quick and complete with few sequelae.

(ii) Familial periodic paralysis is less common, with a fever, sudden onset of paralysis, symmetry, and rapid progression that can spread throughout the body. During an attack, blood potassium is low and recovers quickly after potassium supplementation, but it may recur. There is often a family history.

(3) Peripheral neuritis can be caused by post-diphtheria neuritis, muscle injection injury, lead poisoning, vitamin B1 deficiency, herpes zoster infection, etc. Medical history and physical examination can be used for differentiation, and there is no change in cerebrospinal fluid.

(IV) Other viral infections that cause mild paralysis, such as coxsackievirus and echovirus infections, are difficult to differentiate clinically. Typical symptoms such as chest pain and rash can help with differentiation. Diagnosis depends on virus isolation and serological testing.

(V) Epidemic encephalitis B should be differentiated from the cerebral type of this disease. Japanese encephalitis often occurs in summer and autumn, with an acute onset and is often accompanied by mental disorders. The predominant feature of the disease was neutrophilia in both peripheral blood and cerebrospinal fluid.

(6) Infants and young children with pseudoparalysis may have limited limb movement due to injury, fracture, arthritis, subperiosteal hematoma due to vitamin C deficiency, and should be carefully examined and identified.

Through the above introduction to the knowledge of polio, I believe everyone should have some understanding and mastery. Polio generally does not affect the child's intelligence, thinking, or sensory system, nor does it worsen. If treated promptly, polio is curable. Early detection and early treatment are important. The earlier the treatment, the better the effect. I wish you a speedy recovery!