The Whoop
• Series of short expiratory coughing bursts working to expel mucus
• Inspiratory gasp with whoop as air passes turbulently through mucus
• Sometimes vomiting and cyanosis after coughing spells. Cough may produce thick mucus plugs.
• Paroxysms may occur up to 30 times a day, more at night. Child may appear normal and sleep between them.
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