21K views · 65 shares | Acute flaccid myelitis (AFM) is serious. Limb weakness is the most common symptom. AFM can progress rapidly to paralysis or respiratory failure, so patients need immediate care. Delays in recognition can put patients at risk. Read the latest VitalSigns on AFM: https://bit.ly/VS-AFM. | CDC | Facebook

9.1K views · 26 reactions | Hear from an HSS hand and upper extremity surgeon about how using a complex and innovative technique has successfully restored muscular function to young patients with acute flaccid myelitis (AFM). | Hospital for Special Surgery | Facebook

5K views · 32 reactions | ACUTE FLACCID MYELITIS SYMPTOMS: -Sudden onset of arm or leg weakness -Difficulty moving facial muscles -Slurred speech and trouble swallowing The CDC says there have been 38 confirmed cases of AFM. the rare, poorly understood illness with polio-like symptoms, this year through the end of September. https://cbsn.ws/2IL7xih | CBS Evening News | Facebook