10 Symptoms of Pertussis
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Symptom #7: Whooping
Pertussis is more commonly known as whooping cough, and for very good reasons. The cough causes the patient to make a distinctive whooping sound, making for a tell-tale sign of the cause. It sounds very uncomfortable to the patient, which it is, and it can be very difficult for parents to see their young children suffering from the condition.
If your child or anybody of any age does start whooping then you should arrange to see a doctor as soon as possible, if you have not done so already. When adults get whooping cough, many will pass it off as a cold, but it is usually far more noticeable in infants.
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