Medical history (history of illness) is an important component in the diagnosis of pertussis (whooping cough).
Family history
- What is the general health of your relatives?
Social anamnesis
Current medical history/systemic medical history (somatic and psychological complaints).
- Have you noticed any symptoms such as cough, cold, or fever?
- Do you suffer from severe staccato-like coughing fits that occur intermittently and may be accompanied by regurgitation of mucus?
- How long have these symptoms been present?
- Have you had contact with infected persons?
Vegetative anamnesis incl. nutritional anamnesis.
Self anamnesis incl. medication anamnesis
- Pre-existing conditions (infections)
- Operations
- Allergies
- Medication history
