The "hundred days" in whooping cough refers to what?

Written by Li Jian Wu
Pulmonology
Updated on April 17, 2025
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The whooping cough we refer to clinically is a type of respiratory infectious disease. The term "hundred days" relates to the duration of the disease, which is relatively long, sometimes approaching one hundred days, hence the name whooping cough. However, it does not necessarily mean that one will cough or be infected for such a long duration. The specific circumstances should be determined according to the number of infecting pathogens and the body's immune response. If the immune system is normal and the infection is minor, some patients can recover without medication. Once a severe infection is diagnosed, it is crucial to promptly use sensitive antibiotics and engage in timely anti-inflammatory and symptomatic treatment.

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How long is the incubation period for whooping cough?

Once the body is infected with the bacterium that causes whooping cough, the incubation period of this disease is about one to two weeks. The contagion is strongest within two to three weeks after becoming ill. This disease is a respiratory infectious disease, mainly transmitted through airborne droplets, with children under five being the most susceptible to infection. Clinically, vaccination is primarily used to prevent the occurrence of the disease. Once infected, symptomatic treatment is needed, and one can also choose macrolide antibiotics, such as clarithromycin and erythromycin, for treatment.

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Where to get tested for whooping cough

Pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, is a prevalent infectious respiratory disease in children. If the disease is suspected, one can visit a nearby public hospital for a physical examination. Tests can include a complete blood count and erythrocyte sedimentation rate, as well as a sputum culture to identify pathogens such as Corynebacterium diphtheriae and Bordetella pertussis for diagnosis. Typical symptoms include a cough resembling a dog's bark or a crowing sound. Prompt treatment with macrolide antibiotics and cough suppressants and expectorants is necessary to alleviate discomfort.

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Is pertussis massage effective?

Pertussis, a respiratory infectious disease, can also be somewhat alleviated by the use of traditional Chinese massage techniques as an auxiliary treatment. However, these should only be used as a supplementary method and cannot completely replace drug treatment for physical illnesses. Pertussis is mostly caused by infection with the Corynebacterium diphtheriae or Bordetella pertussis, and it is a contagious disease. The typical symptoms include paroxysmal, rapid coughing, some children may produce a cough that sounds like a puppy barking, and some may also produce a crowing sound during inhalation. The primary treatment involves using antimicrobial drugs that target the infecting bacteria, which is the most fundamental method of treatment.

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Is pertussis a Class B infectious disease?

Pertussis, or whooping cough, is definitely classified as a contagious disease. According to the current infectious disease management laws in our country, pertussis is categorized under Class B infectious diseases. After understanding that it is a Class B infectious disease, we should also be aware of how infectious diseases are classified in our country. They are divided into Class A, Class B, and Class C based on the level of harm caused by the disease. Simply put, the more harmful, the less effective the treatment, and the higher the mortality rate, the more likely the disease will be classified as Class A, such as plague and cholera. On the other hand, diseases that are less harmful, such as influenza, rubella, and leprosy, are classified under Class C.

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Does whooping cough infect adults?

Pertussis, a respiratory infectious disease, can also be transmitted to adults, although the chances are generally small. It mostly occurs in adults with low immunity and those who are frail and ill when they come into contact with the pathogen. The incubation period is about two to three weeks, during which paroxysmal cluster-like coughing occurs, causing facial redness and a runny nose. Some may also experience nausea and vomiting. It is necessary to check chest X-rays, routine blood tests, and sputum pathogen cultures for diagnosis. Early detection and treatment are crucial to prevent other complications.