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Post Polio Syndrome
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Diagnosis & Tests
How is the disease diagnosed?
Post polio syndrome is difficult to diagnose because it progresses very slowly, and is stable for long periods. It's hard to figure out which muscle and nerve deficits are old and which are new. A neurological exam and lab tests can exclude other problems.
To find out what is going on in the body, healthcare providers may use: