Vaccination is the most effective measure to prevent and control whooping cough. The paroxysmal spasmodic cough lasts for 2-3 months in typical cases.

Young children are prone to pneumonia, and some children may be complicated by pertussis encephalopathy. Chinese medicine has a good effect of relieving phlegm and cough. If a child does not get good results after antibiotics or aerosol treatment, it is recommended to take Chinese medicine at the same time.