Antibiotics used to treat cystic fibrosis increases risk of permanent hearing loss
Saturday, February 25, 2017 - 15:01
in Health & Medicine
A powerful class of antibiotics provides life-saving relief for people with cystic fibrosis; however, a new study for the first time reveals the levels at which high cumulative dosages over time significantly increases the risk of permanent hearing loss in these patients. The study suggests physicians who treat patients with cystic fibrosis may be able to consider alternative strategies for treating the symptoms of respiratory infections associated with CF.