spinal polio

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spinal polio

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In some types of spinal polio, the virus damages the upper part of the spinal cord, with resulting difficulties in breathing. In bulbar polio the virus attacks the brainstem, and the nerve centers that control swallowing and talking are damaged. Secretions collect in the throat and may lead to…
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In some types of spinal polio, the virus damages the upper part of the spinal cord, with resulting difficulties in breathing. In bulbar polio the virus attacks the brainstem, and the nerve centers that control swallowing and talking are damaged. Secretions collect in the throat and may lead to…
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