How Do You Spell TUSSIS CONVULSIVA?

Pronunciation: [tˈʌsɪs kənvˈʌlsɪvə] (IPA)

Tussis convulsiva, commonly known as whooping cough, is a highly contagious respiratory disease. The spelling of this word can be broken down using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). The first word, "tussis," is pronounced as "tʌsɪs," with the stress on the first syllable. The second word, "convulsiva," is pronounced as "kənvʌlsɪvə," with the stress on the third syllable. The spelling of this word highlights the importance of proper pronunciation, which can aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment of the disease.

TUSSIS CONVULSIVA Meaning and Definition

1. Tussis convulsiva, also known as whooping cough or pertussis, is a highly contagious bacterial respiratory infection that primarily affects the throat and lungs. It is caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis. The name "tussis convulsiva" is derived from Latin and Greek words, where "tussis" means cough and "convulsiva" refers to the convulsive nature of the coughing fits associated with the infection.

   The characteristic symptom of tussis convulsiva is severe and uncontrollable coughing, which is often accompanied by a distinctive whooping sound during inhalation after a bout of coughing. These bouts of coughing can be quite forceful and may occur in rapid succession, leading to the convulsive nature of the condition. The coughing fits can be particularly severe in infants and young children, often resulting in gasping for breath and sometimes causing vomiting.

   Tussis convulsiva is primarily transmitted through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes. The infection is highly contagious, particularly during the early stages when symptoms are mild and easily mistaken for a common cold. The incubation period typically lasts for about 7 to 10 days, after which the characteristic coughing symptoms begin to manifest.

   Vaccination is the most effective preventive measure against tussis convulsiva. In many countries, childhood immunization programs include pertussis vaccinations to protect infants and children. Treatment usually involves a course of antibiotics to control the bacterial infection and reduce the severity of symptoms. Prompt diagnosis and treatment are essential to prevent complications and reduce the risk of transmission to vulnerable populations, such as newborns and individuals with compromised immune systems.

2. Whooping-cough, pertussis.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for TUSSIS CONVULSIVA

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• tuasis convulsiva
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• tusais convulsiva
• tuszis convulsiva

Etymology of TUSSIS CONVULSIVA

The word "tussis convulsiva" is derived from Latin. "Tussis" means "cough" in Latin, while "convulsiva" is the feminine form of "convulsivus", meaning "convulsive". Therefore, "tussis convulsiva" literally translates to "convulsive cough" in English. This term is an older name for the medical condition now commonly known as pertussis or whooping cough.