(A37) Whooping cough
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Diagnosis whooping cough is diagnosed Women are 5.91% more likely than Men
Men receive the diagnosis whooping cough
1 481 (0.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis whooping cough
1 084 (0.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease whooping cough - Men and Women aged 15-19
Disease Features whooping cough
Whooping cough - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - whooping cough
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical exam to assess symptoms
- Bacterial culture of mucus from the nose and throat
- Blood test to check for antibodies to Bordetella pertussis
- Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test to detect B. pertussis DNA
- Chest X-ray to look for signs of complications
- Sputum culture to detect B. pertussis
- Serology test to detect antibodies to B. pertussis
Treatment and Medical Assistance
- Prescribe antibiotics to reduce the severity and duration of the infection.
- Prescribe anti-inflammatory medications to reduce swelling in the airways.
- Prescribe cough suppressants to help reduce coughing.
- Recommend over-the-counter medications to reduce fever.
- Recommend increased fluid intake to help keep airways moist.
- Provide vaccinations to prevent whooping cough.
- Advise on proper hygiene practices to prevent the spread of infection.
- Monitor the patient’s progress and adjust treatment accordingly.
Whooping cough - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease whooping cough
Runny nose
Runny nose is a common symptom of a cold or allergies. It is characterized by a clear, watery discharge from the nose and can be accompanied by sneezing, watery eyes, and a sore throat. Runny nose usually begins with a feeling of congestion, followed by a runny discharge that can range from thin and...
Elevated temperature 37-38 °
(High temperature, Fever, Feverishness, Pyrexia, Hyperthermia, Heat, Warmth, Hyperpyrexia, Hyperthermy, Thermalgia)
Elevated temperature is a symptom of illness where the body temperature is higher than normal. It typically appears as a fever, with the temperature ranging from 37-38°C. It is often accompanied by other symptoms such as chills, body aches, and fatigue. Elevated temperature can develop over a few da...
Moist cough
(Humid cough, Damp cough, Wet cough, Soggy cough, Sloppy cough, Dripping cough)
Moist cough is a symptom of respiratory illness characterized by a productive cough that results in the production of sputum. It is often accompanied by a sore throat, chest tightness, and difficulty breathing. It may develop suddenly or gradually and can range from mild to severe. It can be caused ...
Wheezing
(Wheezing, Breathlessness, Shortness of breath, Asthmatic breathing, Asthma attack, Chest tightness, Laboured breathing, Noisy breathing, Rattling breath, Trouble breathing)
Wheezing is a whistling or squeaky sound that occurs when breathing. It is caused by narrowing of the airways due to inflammation, swelling, or mucus. It is often accompanied by shortness of breath and can be worse when exhaling. It can range from mild to severe and can be caused by a variety of con...
Cough
(Hack, Wheeze, Hacking, Coughing, Rales, Choking, Gasping, Barking, Hemoptysis, Whooping, Pertussis)
Coughing is a reflex action that helps clear airways of irritants and mucus. It usually begins as a dry, tickling sensation in the back of the throat that causes an uncontrollable urge to cough. It can range from a mild, intermittent annoyance to a severe, hacking cough that produces thick mucus. It...
Dry cough
(Hacking cough, Paroxysmal cough, Raspy cough, Racking cough, Hoarse cough, Rough cough, Tickling cough, Irritated cough, Wheezing cough)
A dry cough is an irritating, hacking cough that does not produce any mucus or phlegm. It is often worse at night and can last for several weeks. It can be caused by a variety of conditions such as allergies, asthma, or a respiratory infection. It is characterized by a tickle in the throat, a feelin...