Saturday, July 4, 2020

Chemotherapy and Its Side Effects: Chapter 3 - Side Effects of Chemotherapy


D. Other Side Effects

D.7. Ototoxicity

Ototoxicity is the toxicity on the function of the ear. It can be caused by a number of chemotherapy agents and antibiotics. The symptoms of ototoxicity include hearing loss, balance disorder, and ringing noise. Some anticancer drugs, such as cisplatin, can cause damage of hearing or even hearing loss.

© Jiajiu Shaw, 2020

Disclaimer: This blog is written solely for informational purposes. It does not constitute the practice of any medical, nursing or other medical professional health care advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All contents posted are extracted from the book, "SIDE EFFECTS OF CHEMOTHERAPY AND RADIOTHERAPY", prepared by Dr. Jiajiu Shaw, Dr. Frederick Valeriote, and Dr. Ben Chen. 

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