pertussis is a highly contagious bacterial disease that causes uncontrollable, violent coughing
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Whooping Cough
Pertussis is a highly contagious bacterial disease that causes uncontrollable, violent
coughing.
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upper respiratory infection caused by the Bordetella pertussis bacteria.
Respiratory System
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When an infected person sneezes or coughs, tiny droplets containing the bacteria move through the air, and the disease is easily spread from person to person.
Causes
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Infants younger than 18 months need constant supervision
An oxygen tent with high humidity may be used.
Treatment
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antibiotics such as erythromycin Sedatives (medicines to make you sleepy)
may be prescribed for young children.
Pharmacology
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The period between the time of infection and when symptoms of whooping cough appear is called the incubation period.
Progression of the disease
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Usually curable in about 6 weeks with treatment.
Some persistent coughs may continue for months.
Outcomes
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Complications include severe ear infection, nosebleeds, dehydration, pneumonia, convulsions, and in rare cases, brain damage and death.
Complications