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Whooping Cough

Medical Definition: A respiratory infection caused by BORDETELLA PERTUSSIS and characterized by paroxysmal coughing ending in a prolonged crowing intake of breath.
Guide Notes: caused by Bordetella pertussis

Whooping Cough Medical Definitions and Terms

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