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What is the treatment for whooping cough in general?

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Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Treatment...: Whooping cough, or pertussis, is caused by a bacteria so treatment is with an antibiotic prescribed by your doctor. There is a vaccine that largely prevents this disease so see your doctor for vaccination as well as diagnosis and treatment.

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Answered 1/30/2013

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