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I lost my hearing 6 months ago because of virus infection. i ate prednisolone & methocobal, got it from specialist, but:( how can i get back hearing?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Permanent loss: You have a problem especially if you lost your hearing six months ago. It likely that the damage is permanent, but i would get the opinion of an ENT physician.

Answered 6/10/2014

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