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Lists videos about conditions of patients with Pertussis.
Has publications that go over diagnosis of infection.
Deeper look into the bacteria itself.

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Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is a highly contagious respiratory infection caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis. In 2018, there were more than 151 000 cases of pertussis globally.

Pertussis spreads easily from person to person mainly through droplets produced by coughing or sneezing. The disease is most dangerous in infants, and is a significant cause of disease and death in this age group.

The first symptoms generally appear 7 to 10 days after infection. They include a mild fever, runny nose and cough, which in typical cases gradually develops into a hacking cough followed by whooping (hence the common name of whooping cough). Pneumonia is a relatively common complication, and seizures and brain disease occur rarely.

People with pertussis are most contagious up to about 3 weeks after the cough begins, and many children who contract the infection have coughing spells that last 4 to 8 weeks. Antibiotics are used to treat the infection.

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Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is a highly contagious respiratory infection caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis. In 2018, there were more than 151 000 cases of pertussis globally. Pertussis spreads easily from person to person mainly through droplets produced by coughing or sneezing.

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Image of Dr. Pearl Kendrick and Dr. Grace Eldering

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The research of these two working in the Michigan Department of Health Laboratory was revolutionary for not just Pertussis vaccines but vaccines overall. They conducted the first large scale controlled clinical trial for the Pertussis vaccine and other precautionary measures such as quarantining.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3298325/

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Provides a good overview of infection and can educate people on symptoms and treatments.

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12 Natural Remedies for Whooping Cough Symptoms | Whooping cough symptoms, Whooping cough, Cough

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Feb 6, 2020 - Whooping cough is a highly contagious respiratory disease. Whooping cough symptoms include severe coughing bouts. Whooping cough can be deadly.

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The beginning symptoms are similar to common cold so it is hard to catch early.
Typical tests are run and signs and symptoms are taken into consideration as well as contact with other individuals.
The tests run:
-Physical test
-Blood sample
-Test of mucus from the back of the throat

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Graph shows the number of cases per year

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The decrease of vaccine immunity for Pertussis has risen in the past years and new vaccines are being looked at to help keep prevention high.
Cite: Decker MD, Edwards KM. Pertussis (Whooping Cough). J Infect Dis. 2021 Sep 30;224(12 Suppl 2):S310-S320. doi: 10.1093/infdis/jiaa469. PMID: 34590129; PMCID: PMC8482022.

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The best way of prevention is being vaccinated for the infection. The vaccines for this are Tdap and DTaP. Both of these allows for the vaccinated individual to never acquire Pertussis. Good hygiene and being aware of surroundings are helpful as well. If the infection is contracted, the best treatment is a course of prescribed antibiotic course that will help get rid of the bacteria. While getting treated, it is important to stay hydrated and keep food down without vomiting. It is also recommended to keep irritants out of the respiratory tract and keep yourself in a clean environment.
Fact: Getting whooping cough provides immunity but that is not prolonged for life.

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1. Runny and stuffy nose
2. Apnea and turning blue or purple (babies and young children)
3. Trouble breathing
4.Coughing fits (get worse and can last for weeks)
5.Tired and fatigued

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Bordetella Pertussis
The bacteria attaches to the cilia in the upper respiratory tract and releases poison that damages the structure. This leads to inflammation causing the airways to swell up which makes it hard to breathe.

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Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is a respiratory bacterial infection. It is called by a bacteria called "Bordetella Pertussis". It is life threatening in young kids and babies as it causes coughing fits and can lead to lack breathing (apnea). For older adults, it still causing coughing fits but the are less severe and there symptoms are more mild. The bacteria damagers cilia in your respiratory tract and the infection can spread through the air in the form of droplets. Its treatment is a course of antibiotics and making sure to stay away from irritants as well as ensuring to stay well hydrated and nurished.