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Sudden sensorineural hearing loss is an otologic emergency that can appear without warning. It is defined as a rapid decline in hearing of more than 30 decibels across three consecutive frequencies within a period of three days or less. Many patients also experience tinnitus, which can be just as distressing as the hearing loss itself. For decades, oral corticosteroids have been the standard treatment. While effective for many patients, systemic steroids carry notable risks,