Diseases and Conditions
Polio
Overview
Symptoms
Causes
Risk factors
Complications
Prevention
Diagnosis
Treatment
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Treatment
Because no cure for polio exists, the focus is on increasing comfort, speeding recovery and preventing complications. Supportive treatments include:
- Pain relievers
- Portable ventilators to assist breathing
- Moderate exercise (physical therapy) to prevent deformity and loss of muscle function
