A member asked:

How does polio affect you mentally?

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Dr. Joel Gallant answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Why do you ask?: I'm fascinated by the fact that there are so many questions about polio, since it doesn't exist in the western hemisphere and is almost non-existent everywhere else (especially among people with access to the internet). Are there people out there who think they have it? Polio is classically associated with muscle weakness, not mental symptoms. However, if i had polio, i'd be bummed.

Answered 7/11/2018

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No Effect: Polio as a rule does not cause any mental disorder

Answered 4/6/2015

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