Can lung scarring be caused by polio?
Patient: I had polio at the age of two, and was in an iron lung for four months.  At age 60, I am experiencing post polio symptoms.  A recent CT scan with contrasting, showed scarring in my lungs.  The doctors seem to think it is from polio.  What is your opinion? Doctor: Hello dear,Thank you for your contact to health care magic.I read and understand your concern. I am Dr Arun Tank answering your concern.No, lung scarring won't caused by the polio.Polio virus never affects lungs. Polio virus has neurons as its target. It has no pathogencity in the lungs.But iron lung can cause such scarring in the lungs. Exercise can increase your respiratory capacity and improves the respiratory results. You can do regular exercise.Please maintain respiratory hygiene by taking fresh air and avoiding the contaminating and dirty air.I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/DrArun.Thank you,Dr Arun TankInfectious diseases specialist,HCM.