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Results 1 - 6 of 6 for pertussis
  1. Whooping Cough (National Library of Medicine)  
    What is whooping cough? Whooping cough, or pertussis, is a respiratory infection that can cause coughing fits. In serious cases, the coughing can become violent and ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/whoopingcough.html - Health Topics
  2. Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis Vaccines (National Library of Medicine)  
    Tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (whooping cough) are serious bacterial infections. Tetanus causes painful tightening of the muscles, usually all over the body. It ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/tetanusdiphtheriaandpertussisvaccines.html - Health Topics
  3. Diphtheria (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... come back. Treatment is with antibiotics. The diphtheria, pertussis, and tetanus vaccine can prevent diphtheria, but its ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/diphtheria.html - Health Topics
  4. Infections and Pregnancy (National Library of Medicine)  
    During pregnancy, some common infections like the common cold or a skin infection do not usually cause serious problems. But other infections can be dangerous ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/infectionsandpregnancy.html - Health Topics
  5. Tetanus (National Library of Medicine)  
    Tetanus is a serious illness caused by Clostridium bacteria. The bacteria live in soil, saliva, dust, and manure. The bacteria can enter the body through a deep ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/tetanus.html - Health Topics
  6. Vaccines (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... and COVID-19 Bacteria, including tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis What are the types of vaccines? There are ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/vaccines.html - Health Topics