It is difficult to keep your baby free from illnesses throughout the spring, but with good preventive measures it makes a big difference.
“Pertussis is an acute respiratory infection caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis. It is common in babies. Pertussis in babies is characterized by a spasmodic cough and a chicken-like inspiratory roar. Apnea can occur during spasmodic coughing and can lead to convulsions and even death due to lack of oxygen to the brain. If your baby has whooping cough, mom or dad should keep the air fresh and pay attention to your baby’s nutrition and good care. Avoid stimulation and crying that may trigger a spasmodic cough.
“Pertussis triplet: From 2 to 3 months after birth, babies can be vaccinated against pertussis. The current application is the “diphtheria” triple vaccine, which is a triple injection of pertussis vaccine, diphtheria toxoid and tetanus toxoid. Three consecutive intramuscular injections, one injection after one year for reinforcement, and a second reinforcement at the age of 4-6 years, in order to maintain a long-term stable immunity.
In addition, 40 days from the onset of the disease and 30 days from the onset of spasmodic cough is the quarantine period, and babies under 10 years old should be quarantined for 21 days after having close contact with the source of infection.