Measles is one of the viral infections frequently seen in childhood. Incidence and severe complications such as hearing loss significantly decreased with national vaccination programmes.
A 5 year old boy who had vaccinated two doses, experienced severe measles two years ago, was consulted with hearing loss complaint. The hearing loss was confirmed with audiological parameters as sensorineural hearing loss. Sensorineural hearing loss was considered as a complication of severe measles, after elimination of other causes. In childhood, sensorineural hearing loss can develop due to otoimmune, traumatic and vascular diseases or viral infections such as measles.
In conclusion, it is known that the degree and the complications of measles has been decreased by vaccination programmes. However, despite vaccination, measles and, some of its complications such as hearing loss should not be forgotten that they may still be seen.
Key Words: Measles, Sensorineural Hearing Loss, Otosclerosis
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