Infection and Hearing Impairment brings together the expertise from two separate disciplines applied to a shared problem; that of hearing impairment resulting from an infectious cause.

Features:

• Begins with chapters describing the anatomy and function of the ear and its development to allow those unfamiliar with the ear to understand how the pathogen can affect hearing
• Includes background information on the relevant viruses, bacteria and other pathogens so that those less familiar with these organisms will be able to understand the context within which they may affect the ear
• Considers current ways in which these infections may be diagnosed, treated, and the potential for prevention

Contents

1. Anatomy of the Ear
2. Development of the Ear and Hearing
3. Epidemiology of Hearing Loss
4. Cytomegalovirus
5. Rubella
6. Mumps
7. Measles
8. Toxoplasmosis
9. Sexually Transmitted Diseases
10. Otitis Media
11. Meningitis and Hearing Loss
12. Tropical Infections
13. Ototoxic Drugs
14. Diagnosis, Treatment and Prevention of Infection Leading to Hearing Loss
15. Psychological Effects of Hearing Loss

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