Patient's question:
Recently, I've been experiencing chest pain and tightness in my chest. The hospital examination indicated a respiratory disease, but the medication hasn't been very effective. Recently, my cough has worsened. How long does it take for whooping cough to be cured if hospitalized?Doctor's answer:
Pertussis cases are now very rare. This means that after infection with the Bordetella pertussis bacterium, hospitalization may be required for about half a month, depending on the specific symptoms. If treated effectively, especially with targeted medication, significant improvement is usually observed within a week. Vaccination is now available to prevent pertussis, and the incidence rate is low due to the small number of pathogens. Seek diagnosis at a local municipal hospital or children's hospital.