Pertussis physical examination
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Aditya Govindavarjhulla, M.B.B.S. [2]
Overview
Physical examination adds less to the diagnosis. Conjunctival hemorrhage may be noticed due to intense coughing.
Physical Examination
Vital Signs
- Low grade rise in temperature
Eye
- Conjunctival hemorrhage due to intense coughing[1]