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Audiological Changes Associated with HIV Infection

Audiological anomalies associated with the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) may be caused directly by HIV, however, most of these manifestations occur in response to viral complications. HIV, the causative agent of Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS), is identified with the development of opportunistic infections and central nervous system diseases known to induce hearing impairment. In addition, a high percentage of patients are also prescribed various combinations ofototoxic drugs for the treatment of HIV -related manifestations. The following article provides an overview of primary and secondary audiological changes attributed to HIV .