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Do you know of some cases of whooping cough that are very minimal symptoms?

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Dr. Michael Zacharisen answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Yes: About 30% of older individuals with pertussis have a nonspecific cough illness that can be mild. Symptoms will last more than 3 weeks--this is what distinguishes it from other infections.

Answered 5/24/2013

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