Patient's question:
My son has been coughing recently, and the cough has gradually become softer and paroxysmal spasmodic. There is a crowing sound at the end of the cough, and it has lasted for more than two months. The elders suspect it might be whooping cough encephalopathy. Hello, how is whooping cough encephalopathy diagnosed?Doctor's answer:
Pertussis is a disease that generally does not cause brain inflammation, but if there is suspicion of a brain disorder in a child, the first step should be a brain CT scan or a lumbar puncture to confirm the presence of intracranial infection. If diagnosed, it is recommended to first use sensitive antibiotics based on the type of bacteria involved for treatment. Therefore, it is best to seek systematic medical treatment at the hospital in a timely manner.