But what started as a two-week respiratory illness developed into "paroxysmal" coughing fits — episodes of such intense coughing they can cause broken ribs. And I was sick for almost three months.

followed by 3 hours during which an occasional cough was heard and then by paroxysmal coughing for the remaining hour. In this case it was observed that 20 to 30 minutes were required before the ...

Most children and adults experience three stages, or phases, of whooping cough: catarrhal, paroxysmal, and convalescent. Each ...

As the disease progresses, the second stage, known as the paroxysmal stage, is marked by the hallmark severe coughing fits. These fits can last for several minutes, causing difficulty breathing ...

There are many types of syncope, according to their causes. Cough syncope follows paroxysmal coughing, after which the patient suddenly becomes weak and momentarily loses consciousness.