Treatment of whooping cough starts with prevention. The best protection from getting or spreading the whooping cough is getting vaccinated as recommended with the whooping cough vaccine. Preventing the spread of whooping cough and other contagious diseases also includes covering the mouth and nose with an elbow or a tissue when sneezing or coughing and washing hands frequently with soap and water for at least 15 seconds.
Treatment of whooping cough includes antibiotic medications and requires hospitalization for infants. Older children and adults may or may need hospitalization, depending on the severity of the case, general health, and if complications have developed.
Treatment also includes rest, a cool-mist vaporizer, and supplemental oxygen may be needed to treat hypoxia. Treatment also includes drinking plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration. Intravenous administration of fluids may be needed to prevent or treat dehydration, especially in infants.
The list of treatments mentioned in various sources for Whooping Cough includes the following list. Always seek professional medical advice about any treatment or change in treatment plans.
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