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Pertussis in an infant.

J J Bocka1

  • 1Department of Emergency Medicine, William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, Michigan 48072.

The Journal of Emergency Medicine
|July 1, 1989
PubMed
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Pertussis, a serious infant illness, is increasingly diagnosed in neonates. Early recognition of pertussis symptoms like cough and cyanosis is crucial for prompt treatment and preventing severe outcomes.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Bacteriology

Background:

  • Pertussis (whooping cough) remains a significant public health concern, particularly for infants.
  • Vaccination has reduced incidence, but outbreaks still occur, posing risks to unvaccinated or incompletely vaccinated populations.

Observation:

  • A one-month-old infant presented with low-grade fever, rhinorrhea, intermittent cough, and cyanosis.
  • These clinical signs are characteristic of pertussis in infants under six months.
  • The case highlights the potential for severe pertussis in this vulnerable age group.

Findings:

  • The incidence of pertussis in neonates and infants appears to be rising.
  • Pertussis in this age group is associated with substantial morbidity and mortality.

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  • Key indicators for considering pertussis include protracted cough with cyanosis/vomiting, persistent rhinorrhea, and lymphocytosis.

    • Implications:

    • Pertussis should be a primary consideration in the differential diagnosis for infants presenting with specific respiratory and systemic symptoms.
    • Increased vigilance and timely diagnosis are essential for managing pertussis in infants.
    • Public health strategies may need to address the increasing incidence and severity of pertussis in young children.