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For How Long Should Isolation Be Maintained When Suffering From Whooping Cough?
Question: I took blood work on March 23 and found out I have whooping cough I would like to know how long my family needs to stay away from me for them to be safe from getting it. I have sweat spells to where my whole head is wet and I feel terrible, is this normal with whooping cough?
Brief Answer:
5days on zithromax is enough!
Detailed Answer:
Hi an thank you so much for this query.
I am so sorry to hear about this whooping cough. Whooping cough is characterized by repeated cough outburst that end with a characteristic whoop sound at the end. It is unlikely to cause sweat spells. There might be some other condition.
After 5days on Zithromax, you are no longer contagious and your family can all get close to you without any fears of getting infected.
I hope this addresses your query fully. I wish you well. Thanks for using our services and do feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.
5days on zithromax is enough!
Detailed Answer:
Hi an thank you so much for this query.
I am so sorry to hear about this whooping cough. Whooping cough is characterized by repeated cough outburst that end with a characteristic whoop sound at the end. It is unlikely to cause sweat spells. There might be some other condition.
After 5days on Zithromax, you are no longer contagious and your family can all get close to you without any fears of getting infected.
I hope this addresses your query fully. I wish you well. Thanks for using our services and do feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.
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