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Pertussis
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Whooping Cough
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An exhausting cough, which is characterised by the “whoop” when a child takes a breath. The cough produces thick mucus and the child’s finger nails and lips can turn blue due to the lack of oxygen reaching the extremities. Children can be immunised against this disease.
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Please Note: The information provided here should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A medical practitioner should always be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of all medical conditions.
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