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A 2 year old developed a cold a week previous which progressed into a violent cough and the production of thick, ropey mucus. The violent coughing spells often results in vomiting. She was brought to the Emergency Department because she turned blue (cyanotic) during one of her coughing spells. What does she have?
Hi...she seems to be having a viral illness/ Upper respiratory infection or a pertussis. Turning blue is a symptom intense cough and more likely to be a Pertussis. Regards - Dr. Sumanth
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What Causes Cyanosis During Violent Cough Spells?
Hi...she seems to be having a viral illness/ Upper respiratory infection or a pertussis. Turning blue is a symptom intense cough and more likely to be a Pertussis. Regards - Dr. Sumanth