Ear Infections That Can Lead To Hearing Loss
Ear Infections That Can Lead To Hearing Loss Rockwell MD | Seattle, WA | Nov 2018 There are three common types of ear infection causing hearing loss to children and adults. Acute Otitis Media- This when inner parts of your ear is inflamed due to an infection. Fluid typically builds up behind the eardrum and can cause hearing loss, fever, and other discomfort. Otitis Media with Effusion- This is an aftermath of a previous ear infection occurrence where fluids remain present in the ear. In most cases, pain, discomfort, and other symptoms may not be apparent. However, patients may experience slight hearing loss. Chronic Otitis Media with Effusion- This is a case where ear infection and/or fluid buildup is an ongoing occurrence. These types of infections can cause temporary hearing…