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20 Oct 2017 Supportive therapy is the mainstay of treatment in patients with active pertussis infection. The goals of therapy include limiting the number of paroxysms, observing the severity of cough, providing assistance when necessary, and maximizing nutrition, rest, and recovery. Oxygenation, breathing treatments
In this article we review recent findings and issues in the diagnosis, treatment and prophylaxis of pertussis. (An outline of our strategy .. Guidelines for preventing health-care–associated pneumonia, 2003: recommendations of CDC and the Healthcare Infection Control Practices Advisory Committee. MMWR Recomm Rep
15 Jul 2006 When choosing an antimicrobial for treatment or prophylaxis, the following factors should be taken into account: effectiveness, safety, tolerability, ease of adherence, and cost. Azithromycin and clarithromycin are as effective as erythromycin for treatment of pertussis in patients six months and older.
9 Dec 2005 I. General Principles. A. Treatment. The macrolide agents erythromycin, clarithromycin, and azithromycin are preferred for the treatment of pertussis in persons aged >1 month. For infants aged <1 month, azithromycin is preferred; erythromycin and clarithromycin are not recommended.
1.2 History of pertussis control in England and Wales. 5. 1.3 Surveillance of pertussis. 7. 1.4 Laboratory confirmation of clinically suspected cases. 7. 1.5 Rationale for public health action. 11. 1.6 Use of antibiotics in the treatment and prevention of pertussis. 14. 1.7 Post-exposure vaccination. 17. Part 2: Case definitions,
Antibiotic treatment of pertussis and judicious use of antimicrobial agents for postexposure prophylaxis will eradicate Bordetella pertussis from the nasopharynx of infected Clarithromycin or azithromycin are the preferred treatment for this age group. These patients should consult a specialist for guidance on treatment.
23 Jan 2015 For cases considered high public health priority (see above) contact the treating doctor or case to identify any contacts that are infants <6 months of age or people who may transmit pertussis to these infants, and advise on management of case and contacts as necessary. For other cases, an advisory letter
7 Aug 2017 The recommended antimicrobial agents for treatment or chemoprophylaxis of pertussis are azithromycin*, clarithromycin, and erythromycin. Clinicians can also use Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxasole. Clinicians should choose the antimicrobial after consideration of the: Potential for adverse events and drug interactions.
With the resurgence of pertussis in highly vaccinated populations, the disease continues to be a public health and medical concern. Three identifiable stages typical in childhood cases: catarrhal, paroxysmal, and convalescent. Initial symptoms may be similar to a cold, with rhinorrhoea and lacrim
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