All are features of Pertussis except –

Complications of Pertussis  Respiratory - Patchy Atelectasis Subcutaneous emphysema Pneumonia Interstitial Pneumonia Bronchiectasis Pneumothorax Otitis media Neurological Persistent seizures Paraplegia                                Ataxia Hemiplegia Convulsions & Encephalopathy Gastro-Intestinal manifestation → Hernia & Rectal Prolapse Hemorrhagic → Subconjunctival haemorrhage, Intracranial haemorrhage Severe malnutrition Although ataxia is seen in Pertussis, it is not of cerebellar origin. There is no involvement of the cerebellum in Pertussis (can you find any signs of cerebellar involvement in this pt. ie. Hypotonia, Intentional tremors. Nystagmus, scanning speech) It is sensory ataxia.