10 Symptoms of Pertussis
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Symptom #5: Apnea
Breathing requires air to be able to pass freely through the air channels. This is not usually a problem and we are free to breathe 24/7, but this can all change if our airways are restricted for some reason. They can become blocked for various reasons including the presence of foreign bodies. Sometimes, the airways themselves can become too narrow.
When the airways become blocked and breathing is paused, it is known as apnea. It is usually very brief and the patient will be able to breathe again just fine. Treatment for apnea can be necessary to help the patient breathe properly and it does have the potential to be dangerous.
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