14-Acute flaccid paralysis (AFP)
It implies the decrease or loss of muscle strength of one, two, or four limbs. The muscles become soft and do not resist a passive stretch which gives place to extreme weakness and the complete loss of cutaneous and tendon reflexes. It is the latest symptom of polio, which leaves the person unable to walk or lead a normal life.
Poliovirus is spread only from person to person; It cannot infect animals. For that reason, it is considered one of the few diseases that can be eradicated. Although multiple vaccination sessions were held worldwide during the 20th century, outbreaks of the disease are still reported in areas of Africa and the Middle East. As long as there is some remnant of the virus, we are all prone to get it. Therefore, we must know how to identify it, because, although it has no cure, we can take the necessary measures to prevent its spread. That way, we will be closer and closer to a world without polio.