symptoms
What is one of the common symptoms of polio?
Possible answers should be fever, fatigue, or headaches.
Can polio have lasting effects on the body?
Yes
What is the most obvious visible sign of polio?
The limbs becoming loose, floppy and unable to move
Is there a cure or vaccine for polio?
yes, there is a vaccine
Can polio spread through the air?
No, but could be spread through coughing/sneezing
What is one symptom of Polio that makes you lose fluids?
Vomiting
In some cases the lasting effects can lead to ___.
death
Does polio have similar visible effects on the body as other viruses?
Yes
When was the polio vaccine first discovered? What year?
1955
Can polio spread through blood?
No, it can not
How late do symptoms usually appear?
2-3 weeks after getting the virus
What muscles do polio effect to attack your body?
breathing muscles like lungs or diaphragm.
How many people exposed to polio actually end up getting it?
70-95% of people
What month was the polio vaccine discovered?
April, 1955
How does polio mainly spread?
contaminated food, water, or hands
What effects can polio have on your mental health?
Possible answers can include depression, anxiety, or chronic stress
What is one of rarest permanent effects of polio?
Permanent Paralysis
What visual effects does polio have on the body
Possible answers are Paralysis and Wasting, Skeletal Deformities, Foot Drop/Club Foot, Spinal Curvature, Facial Changes
What day was the polio vaccine discovered?
April 12, 1955
How did polio first spread?
Bad sanitation.
How does polio attack the body?
It destroys nerves cells, leading to muscle weakness
In what ways can polio change your body structure?
It can cause your limbs to be different sizes.
Does Polio make your body turn any unnatural colors? If yes, which ones?
Yes, your skin often turns purple or blue-ish
Who was the vaccine discovered by?
Jonas Salk
How does polio spread in today world?
Coughing or sneezing.