Abstract

A case of bilateral total deafness after mumps infection is repotred. A 6-year-old boy was referred to us because of sudden hearing impairment in the course of mumps parotitis. Physical examination showed no abnormalities except bilateral parotid swellings. Neurological examination revealed no signs of meningitis or disepuilibrium. The audiogram showed marked bilateral hearing loses at allfrequencies. A diagnosis of sensorineural deafness following mumps was made. High dose of steroid and vasodilators was administered for ten days. However, he did not recover.

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