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Respiratory disease is commonly known as whooping cough?
pertussis
When was pertussis first discovered?
The pertussis bacteria was discovered in 1906. Two French scientists made the discovery of pertussis, which is commonly known as whooping cough.
How is the highly contagious bacterial disease pertussis more commonly known?
Whooping cough
The P in DPT stands for what?
DPT...Diphtheria Pertussis tetanus... so the p in DPT stands for pertussis...
Where did the name pertussis come from?
The name "pertussis" is derived from the Latin words "per" meaning "through" and "tussis" meaning "cough." This reflects the characteristic severe coughing fits associated with the disease. Pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, is caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis and is known for the distinct "whoop" sound made during coughing episodes.
Which word is spelled wrong in this sentence the medical name for the disease commonly known as whooping cough is pertussosis?
The word spelled wrong in the sentence is "pertussosis." The correct spelling is "pertussis." The sentence should read: "The medical name for the disease commonly known as whooping cough is pertussis."
What causes pertussis?
The causative organism is Bordetella pertussis.
What is Diphterial Tetanus Pertussis vACCINE?
It is a vaccine to prevent Whooping Cough (also known as Pertussis).
What disease does Bordetella pertussis cause?
Pertussis, otherwise known as Whooping Cough or the 100 day cough.
Is whooping cough caused by a virus?
No, it is not caused by a virus. It is a bacterial infection cased by Bordetella Pertussis and gives rise to bouts of coughing spell.No, the disease commonly known as whooping cough is caused by Bordetella Pertussis, a type of bacteria. This is not a viral illness.
Is pertussis infectious?
Pertussis, otherwise known as whooping cough, is extremely contagious and is most severe among babies.
What respiratory disease is commonly called whooping cough?
The medical name of the disease is "pertussis".
