Post-polio Syndrome Risk Factors
What are the risk factors that lead to this condition? Are you at risk of getting Post-polio Syndrome? Below you'll find information on each of the known risk factors for this condition.
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Post-polio Syndrome Risks
These factors increase your chance of developing PPS. Tell your doctor if you have any of these risk factors:
- Previous polio attack-the only absolute risk factor
- Severity of original polio attack
- Age at onset (worse for those who get polio later in life)
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