Tag: Polio

March 2, 2026 / Mohammed looti

FLACCID PARALYSIS

Defining Flaccid Paralysis and Its Etymological Origins Flaccid paralysis is a clinical classification of paralysis where the affected muscles lose their structural integrity, resulting in a profound lack of muscle tone and strength. Unlike spastic paralysis, which involves muscle stiffness and involuntary contractions, flaccid paralysis is characterized by hypotonia, a state where the muscles become […]

November 21, 2025 / Mohammed looti

POLIOMYELITIS

Definition and Historical Context Poliomyelitis, commonly referred to as polio or historically as infantile paralysis, is an acute, infectious disease caused by the poliovirus, a member of the Picornaviridae family. This viral infection primarily targets the central nervous system, leading to an inflammatory process that can result in motor neuron destruction. While the majority of […]