Self-reported Tinnitus and Vertigo or Dizziness in a Cohort of Adult Long COVID Patients
Study finds the SARS-CoV-2 virus can infect the inner ear
“Study finds the SARS-CoV-2 virus can infect the inner ear The prevalence of auditory symptoms in Covid-19 patients is unknown, but infection of the inner ears may be responsible for hearing and balance problems.”
Study finds the SARS-CoV-2 virus can infect the inner ear
The prevalence of auditory symptoms in Covid-19 patients is unknown, but infection of the inner ears may be responsible for hearing and balance problems.
Covid 19 and The Ears - Direct Viral Invasion of Inner Ear Cells
“Covid 19 and The Ears - Direct Viral Invasion of Inner Ear Cells
The COVID-19 pandemic has had far-reaching consequences and illness, with emerging evidence suggesting that the virus can also affect the auditory system and cause hearing-related complications. This article explores the potential impact of COVID-19 on hearing, tinnitus, and balance disorders.
- The SARS-CoV-2 virus that causes COVID-19 can directly infect certain cell types in the inner ear, including hair cells and Schwann cells [1][3][4]. “
How COVID-19 Can Attack the Inner Ear
“New research finds that cells in the ear are susceptible to infection with SARS-CoV-2, causing symptoms that include dizziness, ear ringing, and hearing loss.
Experts say that other viruses may also cause hearing loss, and newborns can be especially at risk.”
New research finds that cells in the ear are susceptible to infection with SARS-CoV-2, causing symptoms that include dizziness, ear ringing, and hearing loss.
Experts say that other viruses may also cause hearing loss, and newborns can be especially at risk.