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Medical Conditions - Whooping Cough

Whooping cough is a serious respiratory tract infection. It is otherwise known as pertussis, which is caused by a bacteria called Bordetella pertussis. Whooping cough is a highly contagious disease. It can cause violent and rapid cough followed by a high-pitched "whoop" sound, vomiting during or after coughing, and tiredness after coughing.

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