How to Spot Symptoms of Acute Flaccid Myelitis in Your Child Infographic
Acute flaccid myelitis, or AFM, is a rare but serious condition that affects the nervous system.
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- Fact sheet for Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
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How to spot symptoms of acute flaccid myelitis in your child
Acute flaccid myelitis, or AFM, is a rare but serious condition that affects the nervous system.
Symptoms of AFM
[Illustrations of 4 physical symptoms]
Difficulty moving the eyes or drooping eyelids
Facial droop or weakness
Difficulty with swallowing or slurred speech
Sudden arm or leg weakness
Nervous System
[illustration of parts of human body affected: brain, spinal cord, nerves]
Seek medical care right away if your child has any of these symptoms.
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- Page last reviewed: March 16, 2017
- Page last updated: July 12, 2017
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