Whooping cough, or pertussis, is caused by a bacterium, Bordetella pertussis. It is more common in infants and younger children than in adults. Failing to take vaccinations or failing to detect the disease at an early stage can worsen the patient’s health condition drastically. In severe conditions, the patient has to be admitted in the hospital and immediate treatment has to be given.

If the condition is not very severe, adequate home remedies and measures is enough to decrease the severity of the disease and prevent its propagation. Listed below are some measures, which can be followed at home:

• As soon as the disease has been diagnosed, try to maintain as little physical contact as possible with the infected person. Because the bacteria travel in air, the person should be encouraged to cover his mouth while coughing.
• Sanitize the infected person’s clothes with antiseptic solutions. Wash your hands thoroughly after coming in contact with the infected person.
• Diet plays a crucial role in decreasing the severity of the disease. The person should be encouraged to consume large quantities of fluids, fruit juices and soups.
• Do not allow the person to get dehydrated. Constant feedings with fluids is necessary. Dry lips, tongue, skin are indications of dehydration. Extreme loss of water can lead to coma.
• All medications have to be given after consulting your doctor. Do not administer any medicine without prior consultation.

Taking vaccinations regularly will prevent the occurrence of the disease in the first place. If the person does get affected, taking timely treatment and medications, adequate rest and proper nutrition will go a long way in treating the disease effectively and quickly.

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