Abstract
INTRODUCTION: The skin prick test (SPT) is a standard method for diagnosing allergic diseases, while sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSNHL) remains a perplexing condition often of unknown etiology. We present a unique case of SSNHL emerging shortly after an SPT, suggesting a potential link between allergic reactions and inner ear disorders. CASE REPORT: A 27-year-old male presented with unilateral hearing loss following an SPT for allergic rhinitis. Audiometric findings revealed SSNHL in the affected ear. Treatment with corticosteroids led to a full recovery of hearing function. CONCLUSION: This case highlights the rare occurrence of SSNHL possibly triggered by a type 1 allergic reaction to an SPT. Prompt corticosteroid therapy proved effective in restoring hearing. Further research is needed to understand the relationship between allergies and SSNHL and explore alternative treatment options.