Health Topic

Poliomyelitis (polio)

Disease Information

Treatment & Care

There's no cure for children who become infected with polio. The only thing you can do is to help improve your child's comfort and recovery.

Supportive treatment may include:

  • acetaminophen for fever or pain
  • plenty of rest (until fever is reduced)
  • adequate diet
  • minimal exertion and exercise
  • hot packs or heating pads (for muscle pain)
  • hospitalization (may be required for those individuals who develop paralytic poliomyelitis)

<<  Tests           Contact Us  >>

schedule an appointment

Join Us Online

Thriving Blog Youtube

Click thumbnails to play videos

Loading...