cause the body to function improperly. Hormones are brought back into balance
by using endocrine medications, which are discussed in this chapter.
CHAPTER 22: DISORDERS OF THE EYE AND EAR
Common eye and ear disorders rarely result in loss of sight and hearing once the
disorder is diagnosed and treated with the proper medication. This chapter takes
a look at common disorders that affect the eyes and the ears and discusses drugs
that are used to treat those disorders.
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