Whooping Cough

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Is a:
  • Disease or Syndrome
Definition:
A respiratory infection caused by bordetella pertussis and characterized by paroxysmal coughing ending in a prolonged crowing intake of breath.
Synonyms:
  • Cough, Whooping
  • Pertusses
  • Pertussis
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