How to Read Pertussis Test Results

Written by Li Jian Wu
Pulmonology
Updated on February 20, 2025
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The test for whooping cough is to see if there are any pathogens in the body. If it is confirmed that there is Bordetella pertussis, it can be determined that this disease causes spasmodic coughing, which might be prolonged and recurrent. It may also lead to fever, breathing difficulties, cyanosis of the lips, and signs of hypoxia, requiring symptomatic treatment first. At the same time, selecting macrolide antibiotics to kill the Bordetella pertussis, maintaining a good mental attitude, and ensuring that the room temperature and humidity are kept at appropriate levels are important. Attention should also be paid to the disinfection of the air. Additionally, as it is a communicable disease, isolation treatment is recommended to prevent cross-infection. It is important to adjust your mental attitude, follow the course of medication, and have regular check-ups.

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What are the symptoms of whooping cough?

Pertussis has many symptoms. The early symptoms are the same as those of a common cold, including a runny nose, sore throat, and fever. About one to two weeks later, episodic, spastic coughing occurs. Some may also experience a barking cough and a crowing sound during inhalation, which are characteristic symptoms of pertussis. This type of cough can lead to complications such as an acute facial expression, redness in the face and ears, runny nose, tears, and vomiting. It is necessary to culture the pathogen and choose sensitive antibiotics to kill this bordetella pertussis.

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What is whooping cough?

Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is a highly contagious respiratory tract infection. It primarily infects infants under the age of five, leading to distinctive coughing fits that are paroxysmal and may also include a barking cough or a crowing sound during inhalation. Some may also experience redness of the face and ears, runny nose, teary eyes, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting as complications. Upon observing these typical symptoms, it is advised to visit a hospital for appropriate diagnostic tests and timely symptomatic treatment, along with maintaining adequate hydration and keeping the indoor temperature comfortable.

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Whooping cough vaccine

The vaccine for pertussis is generally a type of compound vaccine, belonging to the triple vaccine category, primarily the DTP vaccine. This vaccine can prevent common infectious pathogens such as whooping cough, diphtheria, and tetanus. It is necessary to take children to the hospital for timely vaccinations according to the treatment schedule to effectively produce antibodies, which can provide effective prevention and treatment. It is also important to pay attention to the cleanliness of indoor air, ensure indoor air disinfection, and avoid going to crowded environments, especially during the flu season to strengthen protection.

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Characteristics of whooping cough

Whooping cough is a respiratory infectious disease characterized by paroxysmal coughing and spasmodic cough. Some patients may exhibit a crowing sound similar to a rooster's crow or a bark-like cough. Adult patients may experience symptoms such as facial redness, runny nose, and vomiting. Diagnostic confirmation requires appropriate auxiliary tests. Once diagnosed, it is recommended to undergo isolation treatment and choose a sufficient amount of effective antibiotics to eradicate the Bordetella pertussis bacteria.

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Can whooping cough be vaccinated against?

Pertussis can be prevented with a vaccination and is a type of respiratory infectious disease. The main clinical preventive measure is vaccination, specifically with the DTP vaccine, which is a national Category I vaccine and part of basic immunization. The first dose should be administered when the baby is three months old. The DTP vaccine prevents not only pertussis but also diphtheria and tetanus infections. The complete course consists of three injections, with the second and third doses administered in the fourth month and between the fourth and fifth months, respectively.