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Pertussis, often called whooping cough, is a highly contagious respiratory tract infection that is easily preventable by vaccine.

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Pertussis is caused by a type of bacteria called Bordetella pertussis

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Pertussis is spread among people by direct contact with fluids from the nose or mouth of infected people

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The incubation period of pertussis is commonly 7 to 10 days, with a range of 4–21 days.

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People may experience:

Cough: can be chronic or severe

Nasal: congestion, runny nose, or sneezing

Whole body: fatigue or fever

Also common: paroxysmal cough, episodes of no breathing, vomiting, or watery eyes

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What are some Complications that come with Pertussis?

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What are some Complications that come with Pertussis?

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With contracting Pertussis, you run the risk of developing lung infection (pneumonia), pulmonary hypertension, ear infections, seizures, weight loss, dehydration, and injuries caused by severe coughing

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India has the most reported cases of Pertussis, with a whopping 37,274 cases reported in 2016

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Two vaccines help prevent whooping cough: DTaP and Tdap. These vaccines also provide protection against tetanus and diphtheria. Children younger than 7 years old get DTaP, while older children, teens, and adults get Tdap