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What disease has the symptoms of short fast coughs ending with a whoop sound?

It is called Pertussis or "Whooping Cough".


What shape is whooping cough?

the shape of whooping cough


Is manuka good for whooping cough?

Manuka honey is often praised for its antibacterial properties and may help soothe throat irritation associated with whooping cough, but it is not a cure for the condition. Its use can provide temporary relief, but medical treatment is essential for managing whooping cough effectively. Always consult a healthcare professional for appropriate diagnosis and treatment options.


How do you know you have Whooping cough?

If ur cough makes a whooping sound when u breathe in or cough


Can a change in diet stop whooping cough symptoms?

Once you become infected with whooping cough, it can take one to three weeks for signs and symptoms to appear. They're usually mild at first and resemble those of a common cold: Runny nose Nasal congestion Sneezing Red, watery eyes A mild fever Dry cough


Where in the world does whooping cough occur?

Every where in the world you will find whooping cough.


Did penicillin work on whooping cough?

Penicillin is not effective against whooping cough, which is caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis. While penicillin can treat a variety of bacterial infections, whooping cough requires specific antibiotics like azithromycin or clarithromycin for effective treatment. These antibiotics help reduce the severity and duration of the illness, especially if administered early in the infection. Vaccination remains the most effective way to prevent whooping cough.


Use whooping cough in a sentence?

We were up all night with a baby who has the whooping cough.


Prevention from whooping cough?

In the UK all children are immunized agains whooping cough in their childhood immunisations therefore preventing whooping cough.


When did the whooping cough start?

Whooping cough began January 2010. It began with infants and newborns.


Does cvs give whooping cough shots?

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Pertussis is the medical name for what?

The medical term, pertussis, is what causes whooping cough. Whooping cough is coughing uncontrollably, then gasping for air, which is caused by Bordetella pertussis.