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*

*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

Age Proportion # of patients
<20 0
20s 1
30s 1
40s 0
50s 6
60s 37
70+ 126

Distribution of sex

Sex

Sex Proportion # of patients
Male 60
Female 112