Question 231 · LEK · Pertussis
Which of the following concerning pertussis is false?
- A. catarrhal stage is the period of the highest infectivity.
- B. vaccination or being ill gives permanent immunity.
- C. macrolides are the drug of choice.
- D. cough can last up to half a year.
- E. mental retardation, deafness and epilepsy are permanent after-effects.
Hint
Consider why adolescents and adults vaccinated in childhood can still catch whooping cough.
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