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… if left untreated, can spread up to 3 weeks after the cough starts. Getting vaccinated is …
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… Condition Basics What is whooping cough? Whooping cough (pertussis) is a disease that causes very severe coughing that may last for months. During …
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… gag or spit out mucous and make it hard to breathe. In babies, pertussis can cause … gag or spit out mucous and make it hard to breathe. In babies, pertussis can cause …
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… mucus from your lungs and upper airway passages. Productive coughs are often useful. … of cough medicine precautions. Read the package carefully or ask your pharmacist or doctor … codeine. Don't give codeine to children younger than age 18. There are many choices. …
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… level, your child needs to be evaluated by a health professional. If your child is acting … Credits Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. … Medicine Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. …
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… February 16, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family … February 16, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family … February 16, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… those who: Are in pain. Have a chest or back injury, such as an unstable spinal injury or a broken rib. Had recent surgery. … Related Information Living With a Spinal Cord Injury Spinal Cord Injury: Self-Assisted Cough …
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… Getting Started A strong cough is important to … your doctor before trying this. Some people shouldn't try an assisted cough. This may … your doctor before trying this. Some people shouldn't try an assisted cough. This may …
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… or teens. Watch the child for signs of pain and discomfort. If you notice this, you … or teens. Watch the child for signs of pain and discomfort. If you notice this, you …
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15b The content from ImmunizeBC.ca has moved to HealthLinkBC.ca/immunizations . You’ll find information on vaccines, immunization schedules, after care, and vaccine-preventable diseases and more. …
