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Whooping Cough
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Definition
: A respiratory infection caused by BORDETELLA PERTUSSIS and characterized by paroxysmal coughing ending in a prolonged crowing intake of breath.
caused by Bordetella pertussis
See Also
Pertussis Vaccine
Other names
Pertussis; Pertusses; Cough, Whooping; Bordetella pertussis Infection, Respiratory