Hearing Loss in Children
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What To Do About Hearing Loss in Children
Many Australian children experience temporary or ‘conductive’ hearing loss caused by ear infections (otherwise known as otitis media, or ‘glue ear’). Hearing loss in children should be taken seriously, as hearing is vital to a child’s ability to speak and learn. Ultimately, if left untreated, hearing loss can affect speech development and educational outcomes. Early treatment is best.
Australia has a Newborn Hearing Screening Program, where a baby’s hearing is tested shortly after birth, either at hospital or at home. This screening does not rule out a mild hearing loss, but will certainly identify moderate, severe, and profound hearing losses.
Warning Signs of Hearing Loss in Children:
- Baby not responding to sounds or changing their response to sounds
- Baby not babbling from 6 months old
- Late speech or other speech and language delays
- Chronic ear infections
- Attention and behavioural problems, especially at school
- Parental concern – you know your child best
If you notice any of the above signs, it is best to have your child’s hearing tested. At Hearing & Audiology, we test children of all ages. For children under 3 years of age, testing can only be performed at our Duncraig clinic as specialised equipment is required.
Book An Appointment
For more information about our hearing healthcare services, please call (08) 9388 8003 or book online using the form below. We conduct the tests at our Perth based clinics, located in Subiaco and Duncraig, as well as at our Geraldton clinic.
When Children are Most Likely to Develop a Hearing Loss
Children are most likely to develop a hearing loss at the following times:
- When they first start interacting with other children, due to exposure to viruses
- When they first start day-care or school, due to exposure to viruses
That said, children can develop a hearing loss at any age so it is important to remain aware of the warning signs of hearing loss and act if you are concerned. In Australia, children also have a four-year-old hearing screening in kindy, which is a great way to identify an undetected hearing loss.
Who to See for Hearing Loss in Children
Hearing and Audiology has a paediatric audiologist, Kerryn, who is specially trained to assess children’s hearing, especially those below 3 years of age. She was a part of the team that developed the newborn hearing screening program and has years of experiencing working with children. If you are concerned about your child’s hearing then having them tested by an audiologist is the first step in diagnosing and treating the problem.
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