The immune response is as important as or even more important than antibiotics in the elimination of Bordetella pertussis from the body.

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Antibiotics can help to clear Bordetella pertussis from the body, but they are not effective against the toxins produced by the bacteria. The immune response is necessary for neutralizing these toxins and preventing further damage to the body. Therefore, the immune response is as important as, if not more important than, antibiotics in eliminating Bordetella pertussis.

The Immune Response Is as Important as or Even More