Patient's question:
A few days ago, I took my baby to the children's hospital for a check-up. The doctor used the hearing aid to test the baby's hearing, but it didn't pass. The doctor also mentioned that the baby's ear canals are small. I'm wondering what to do if the newborn hearing screening fails on the left ear?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended to closely observe children's reactions to various sounds on a daily basis, while avoiding exposure to noise as much as possible. Use ototoxic drugs with caution, prevent children from catching colds and head injuries, and most importantly, follow up at the hospital on schedule. The majority of children will eventually have normal hearing. Even if hearing impairment is detected during the examination, with early treatment and intervention, children will ultimately integrate into mainstream society.