Whooping Cough Causes

Learn what the medical community has uncovered about what causes Whooping Cough inside the condition center at ThirdAge.com. When you're done continue your research by selecting the next category in the left navigation.

Learn

Take Action

Causes of Whooping Cough


Whooping cough is caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis. It is spread by:

  • Inhaling droplets from the sneeze or cough of a person infected with whooping cough
  • Having direct contact with the respiratory secretions of a person infected with whooping cough


Latest Articles

There are no articles are available for Whooping Cough.



Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Copyright ©2013 EBSCO Publishing All rights reserved. Source: EBSCO