Patient's question:
Dr. Zhang, my son is currently two months old. He has congenital bilateral external ear malformations (external auditory canal atresia, and it's unknown whether the middle ear canal is also atresia, as Hangzhou Maternal and Child Health Hospital said he's too young to be examined until he's six months old). Currently, there are no symptoms of facial paralysis or anything like that.Doctor's answer:
1、When would be the most suitable time for him to be checked? It is necessary to have an examination and select a bone conduction hearing aid at around six months.2、If surgery (outer ear + middle ear) is performed, what is the most suitable time? After the age of six.
3、What is the approximate cost? 80,000-100,000, and multiple surgeries are required. The main thing is based on your experience, whether his hearing will be restored. Most children regain hearing.