Is the pertussis vaccine an inactivated vaccine?

Written by Li Jian Wu
Pulmonology
Updated on April 09, 2025
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The pertussis vaccine is not an inactivated vaccine but a live attenuated vaccine, which primarily stimulates the body to produce antibodies. Once antibodies are produced, it can effectively prevent the disease pertussis. The commonly used pertussis vaccine in clinical settings is the trivalent vaccine, also known as the DTP vaccine, which can prevent pertussis, diphtheria, and tetanus—three infectious diseases caused by pathogens. It is essential to follow medical advice and complete the vaccination schedule as prescribed to achieve prevention. After vaccination, it is crucial to observe for any complications or adverse reactions.

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Pertussis vaccine side effects

In clinical practice, the pertussis vaccine commonly used is mostly the DTP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis) vaccine, which primarily includes diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), and tetanus. This vaccine effectively prevents these three infectious diseases. Common adverse reactions and side effects from the vaccine injection include local muscle site reactions such as redness, swelling, and hard lumps; if there is a secondary bacterial infection, it may also lead to purulent discharge. Additionally, some patients may experience transient fever symptoms, generally not lasting more than twenty-four hours, followed by common gastrointestinal reactions.

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Can whooping cough be vaccinated against?

Pertussis can be prevented with a vaccination and is a type of respiratory infectious disease. The main clinical preventive measure is vaccination, specifically with the DTP vaccine, which is a national Category I vaccine and part of basic immunization. The first dose should be administered when the baby is three months old. The DTP vaccine prevents not only pertussis but also diphtheria and tetanus infections. The complete course consists of three injections, with the second and third doses administered in the fourth month and between the fourth and fifth months, respectively.

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Pertussis prone age group

Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is an acute respiratory infectious disease caused by Bordetella pertussis. The main age group affected by this disease are infants and young children, with the highest susceptibility seen in children under five years old, particularly infants younger than one year. The incidence of this disease has significantly decreased due to the widespread implementation of pertussis vaccination. Clinically, the disease is characterized by a cough that gradually worsens, presenting as typical paroxysmal, frequent coughing, and frothy sputum, with a crowing echo in the cough. The course of the disease can last up to three months.

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Is whooping cough easy to treat?

Whooping cough is treatable. This disease is a highly contagious respiratory tract infection common in children. Its main characteristics are paroxysmal, spasmodic coughing. Some children may also have a bark-like cough and a crowing sound during inhalation. It is important to correctly identify and check the pathogen, which could be due to infection by the diphtheria bacillus or the whooping cough bacillus. Typically, it can be treated with intravenous macrolide antibiotics or penicillin antibiotics to eliminate the pathogen, along with symptomatic treatment.

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How to Read Pertussis Test Results

The test for whooping cough is to see if there are any pathogens in the body. If it is confirmed that there is Bordetella pertussis, it can be determined that this disease causes spasmodic coughing, which might be prolonged and recurrent. It may also lead to fever, breathing difficulties, cyanosis of the lips, and signs of hypoxia, requiring symptomatic treatment first. At the same time, selecting macrolide antibiotics to kill the Bordetella pertussis, maintaining a good mental attitude, and ensuring that the room temperature and humidity are kept at appropriate levels are important. Attention should also be paid to the disinfection of the air. Additionally, as it is a communicable disease, isolation treatment is recommended to prevent cross-infection. It is important to adjust your mental attitude, follow the course of medication, and have regular check-ups.