October 25, 2024
Vax Facts Friday 10.25.24
Q: How many months can it take for someone to overcome the symptoms of pertussis?
A. Less than 1 month
B. 1 to 2 months
C. 2 to 4 months
D. 4 to 6 months
The correct answer is C. 2 to 4 months The coughing spells that result from pertussis infection can take up to 100 days to fully subside. The “whoop” refers to the noise that is made when a patient tries to inhale air following a coughing spell.
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