The most frequent viral cause of non-genetic deafness in newborns is
A)otitis media.
B)maternal rubella.
C)congenital herpes.
D)congenital cytomegalovirus.

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Congenital cytomegalovirus (CMV) is the most frequent viral cause of non-genetic deafness in newborns. It is estimated that 1 in 200 newborns are born with congenital CMV infection, and approximately 10-15% will have hearing loss as a result. Maternal rubella was once a leading cause of congenital hearing loss but has been largely eliminated through vaccination programs. While congenital herpes can cause hearing loss, it is less common than CMV. Otitis media (middle ear infection) can cause temporary hearing loss but is not typically associated with permanent hearing loss or deafness.

The Most Frequent Viral Cause of Non-Genetic Deafness in Newborns