Diseases or illnesses that result in high fever, such as meningitis, may damage the cochlea.Contact your primary care physician to schedule a hearing test if you have any of the above signs and symptoms.This article was co-authored by Mazhar Jakhro, M.D., and Fareena Jakhro, M.D.Dr. Mazhar Jakhro specializes in family medicine, providing high-quality health care for families and individuals of all