Whooping cough Flashcards
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Presentation of whooping cough
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Mild coryzal symptoms, low grade fever, cough that is more severe after 1 week, paroxysmal cough, loud inspiratory whoop, apnoea
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Characteristic cough in whooping cough
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Mild dry cough which is worse after a week, sudden attacks of coughing which makes a loud whooping sound as child is unable to take air in, child can faint, vomit or even develop pneumothorax from coughing fits
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Cause of whooping cough
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Bordetella pertussis
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What is whooping cough
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Upper respiratory tract infection
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Diagnosis of whooping cough
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Nasal swab with PCR testing and bacterial culture
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Management of whooping cough
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Supportive care, macrolide Abx, those in close contact given prophylaxis
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How long does whooping cough last
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Typically resolves in around 8 weeks
