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[Otitis media caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae]
Acta Oto-Rhino-Laryngologica Belgica
|January 1, 1985
Summary
Bilateral otitis media caused by Mycoplasma Pneumoniae can lead to sudden deafness. Treatment with Erythromycin effectively restored normal hearing function in this case.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Infectious Diseases
- Audiology
Background:
- Otitis media is a common middle ear infection.
- Mycoplasma Pneumoniae is a known respiratory pathogen.
- Sudden sensorineural hearing loss is an otologic emergency.