Notes in 06_Pertussis

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Published	02/10/2024	{{c1::Pertussis}} is {{c2::a highly contagious respiratory disease that is characterized by a high-pitched cough. Women are given vaccinations ‘6-in-1…
Published	02/10/2024	Presentation of {{c2::Pertussis}} {{c1::Catarrhal Phase (1-2 weeks): Symptoms of Coryza e.g. blocked nose, nasal discharge}} {{c1::Paroxysmal Phase (3…
Published	02/10/2024	Causative Organism of Pertussis is {{c1::Bordetella pertussis}}
Published	02/10/2024	{{c1::Culture and PCR (nasopharyngeal aspirate, posterior nasopharynx swab)}} are investigations done to diagnose Pertussis
Published	02/10/2024	Treatment of Pertussis First-line: {{c1::Macrolides (e.g. azithromycin, clarithromycin, erythromycin)}} Second-line (>2 months of age): {{c1::Sulph…
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