pertussis causes

Introduction Pertussis is a highly contagious bacterial respiratory tract infection common in children and adults. The incubation period is 7-21 days. Complications of Pertussis Complications of Pertussis include: Subconjunctival haemorrhage Otitis media Apnoea Pneumonia Bronchiectasis Activation of latent tuberculosis Dehydration Fever Convulsions Rectal prolapse, and Malnutrition. Patients should be admitted to hospital when complications are … Read more