A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

What is the contagious period for whooping cough?

Best Answers

Pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, is caused by a bacterium, Bordetella pertussis. How does pertussis spread? Pertussis is spread through the air by infectious drop- lets and is highly contagious. How long does it take to show signs of pertussis after being exposed? read more

The whooping cough incubation period is the time between becoming infected with the bacteria that cause this illness (Bordetella pertussis) and developing symptoms. The incubation period is commonly 7 to 10 days, but it can range from 4 to 21 days and, in rare cases, may be as long as 42 days. read more

Pertussis, a respiratory illness commonly known as whooping cough, is a very contagious disease caused by a type of bacteria called Bordetella pertussis. These bacteria attach to the cilia (tiny, hair-like extensions) that line part of the upper respiratory system. read more

Whooping cough (pertussis) is highly contagious respiratory infection that is caused by the bacteria Bordetella pertussis. There are an estimated 300,000 plus deaths annually from whooping cough (pertussis). read more

Encyclopedia Research

Wikipedia:

Related Facts

Related Types

Further Research