What is post polio syndrome?
Post-polio syndrome is a condition that affects people who have previously contracted poliomyelitis, a viral infection of the nervous system. It usually occurs 15-30 years following the initial infection. It is characterized decreased muscle mass, weakness, pain and fatigue.
How do members experience post polio syndrome?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with post polio syndrome*
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Fatigue
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Nothing reported yet
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Pain
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Stress
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Nothing reported yet
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Depressed mood
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Anxious mood
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for post polio syndrome*
Who has post polio syndrome on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 2 | |
| 30s | 1 | |
| 40s | 0 | |
| 50s | 5 | |
| 60s | 33 | |
| 70+ | 131 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 60 | |
| Female | 112 |