Medically Reviewed by Carol DerSarkissian, MD on February 14, 2023
Question 1/11

What is whooping cough named after?

  • Town of Whooping, IL
  • Sound of the coughs
  • Dr. Alfred Whooping
Question 2/11

What causes whooping cough?

  • You're born with the gene
  • Parasites
  • Bacteria
Question 3/11

What do early symptoms of whooping cough look like?

  • Strep throat
  • Common cold
  • Asthma
Question 4/11

How long is whooping cough contagious?

  • 1 week
  • About 21 days
  • Until you no longer cough
Question 5/11

To figure out if you have whooping cough, a doctor looks at your:

  • Mucus
  • Tonsils
  • Blood sugar
Question 6/11

If you cough hard enough, you can crack your:

  • Ribs
  • Teeth
  • Jaw
Question 7/11

Whooping cough is treated with:

  • Pain medicine
  • Antibiotics
  • Surgery
Question 8/11

To help ease your symptoms at home, you can try:

  • Cough syrup
  • A cool-mist humidifier
  • Large meals
Question 9/11

How long does whooping cough last?

  • Up to 72 hours
  • 2 weeks
  • 6 to 10 weeks
Question 10/11

The best way to prevent whooping cough is to:

  • Get a vaccine
  • Wear a face mask
  • Eat a healthy diet
Question 11/11

If you're pregnant, when should you get the vaccine?

  • After the baby's born
  • At your first doctor visit
  • During third trimester