{"id":199,"date":"2022-01-06T21:47:38","date_gmt":"2022-01-06T21:47:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/silveraudiology.fm1.dev\/audiologist\/newborn-hearing-screenings\/"},"modified":"2022-11-14T14:22:47","modified_gmt":"2022-11-14T21:22:47","slug":"newborn-hearing-screenings","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/silveraudiology.com\/hearing-loss\/newborn-hearing-screenings\/","title":{"rendered":"Newborn Hearing Screenings"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What types of hearing test are used for newborns?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"The first is called an Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR) test, which measures the response of a baby\u2019s hearing nerve using electrodes. The second is the Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE) test, which uses a microphone and earphone to calculate an infant\u2019s hearing abilities by measuring the reflection of a sound\u2019s echo as it passes through the ear canal.\"\n    }\n  }, {\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"Do newborn hearing screenings ever have false positives?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Your baby\u2019s first hearing screening will likely be performed within a few hours or days of birth. Statistics show that between 2\u00ad\u201310 percent of infant hearing tests indicate hearing loss, while only 0.003 percent of infants actually suffer from a permanent hearing impairment condition. Rather than a diagnosis, these tests are administered in order to help parents identify a potential problem as early as possible, promoting the prevention of developmental disorders.\"\n    }\n  }, {\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What is the most common cause of hearing loss in newborns?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"The tests used in newborn hearing screenings are accurate; however, they can\u2019t reveal what is causing the irregular results. In most cases, a hearing loss\u2013positive result from the tests indicates an easily treatable problem like a fluid buildup, earwax blockage or ear infection. In other cases, the cause is never identified. Infants with irregular test results will be directed to an audiologist for a more in-depth examination.\"\n    }\n  }, {\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"Should I test my newborn for hearing loss?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Since one in 10\u201350 newborn hearing screenings indicate a potential hearing loss, many parents are left wondering about their child\u2019s hearing. It\u2019s critical to identify permanent hearing loss symptoms as early as possible in infants, so regularly retesting your infant\u2019s hearing is highly advisable. Talk to an audiologist about your situation to find out how frequently you should test your child\u2019s hearing to detect possible hearing loss problems.\"\n    }\n    }]\n  }\n<\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>Newborn hearing loss is tough to detect, which is why many cases go undiagnosed until the child reaches talking age. The only way to often identify and <a href=\"https:\/\/silveraudiology.com\/hearing-loss\/newborn\/\">treat a hearing loss<meta charset=\"utf-8\"><\/a>  problem when it truly counts is to take your baby to an audiologist for an infant hearing screening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Is Early Detection So Important?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/silveraudiology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Pediatrics-Newborn-Hearing-Screenings-1536x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Newborn baby receiving a hearing test\" class=\"wp-image-1370\" width=\"840\" height=\"560\" title=\"Pediatric Hearing Screening\" srcset=\"https:\/\/silveraudiology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Pediatrics-Newborn-Hearing-Screenings-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/silveraudiology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Pediatrics-Newborn-Hearing-Screenings-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/silveraudiology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Pediatrics-Newborn-Hearing-Screenings-scaled.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Nearly three of every 1,000 babies are born with some form of hearing loss. However, in most cases, hearing issues aren\u2019t discovered in children until they are at least 2 years old. The first two years of a child\u2019s life are critical in physical development and forming emotional, learning and communication skills. Because of this, babies with moderate to severe hearing loss often experience major developmental setbacks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite many years of developing and refining these hearing tests for babies just a few months old, studying infant hearing loss still presents many challenges. If you\u2019re a new parent preparing for a newborn hearing screening, there are several important factors and facts you need to know before your appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">There Are Two Common Hearing Tests Used for Newborns<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The first is called an Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR) test, which measures a baby\u2019s hearing nerve response using electrodes. The second is the Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE) test, which uses a microphone and earphone to calculate an infant\u2019s hearing abilities by measuring the reflection of a sound\u2019s echo as it passes through the ear canal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">False Positives for Hearing Loss Are Common in Newborn Screenings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your care providers will likely perform a baby\u2019s first hearing screening within a few hours or days of birth. Statistics show that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/ncbddd\/hearingloss\/data.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">approximately 2%<\/a> of infant hearing tests performed in the U.S. indicate hearing loss. Rather than a diagnosis, these tests help parents identify a potential problem as early as possible, promoting the prevention of developmental disorders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hearing Loss in Infants Is Usually the Result of a Temporary, Treatable Condition<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The tests used in newborn hearing screenings are accurate; however, they can\u2019t reveal what causes the inconsistent results. In most cases, a hearing loss\u2014positive result from the tests indicates an easily treatable problem like a fluid buildup, earwax blockage or ear infection. In other cases, doctors may never identify the cause. Infants with irregular test results will be directed to an audiologist or hearing specialist for a more in-depth examination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">It\u2019s Important to Continue Following Up on Irregular Newborn Hearing Screening Results<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Since hearing screenings may indicate a potential hearing loss, many parents are left wondering about their child\u2019s hearing. However, it\u2019s critical to identify permanent hearing loss symptoms as early as possible in infants, so regularly retesting your infant\u2019s hearing is highly advisable. <a href=\"https:\/\/silveraudiology.com\/hearing-loss\/\">Talk to an audiologist<\/a> about your situation to determine how frequently you should test your <a href=\"https:\/\/silveraudiology.com\/hearing-loss\/pediatric\/\">child\u2019s hearing<\/a> to detect possible hearing loss problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><div class=\"content-cta js-intersect\">\r\n    <div class=\"cta-top-logo\">\r\n        <svg width=\"60\" height=\"46\" viewBox=\"0 0 60 46\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"> <path d=\"M11.0526 30.7668L26.7518 45.1577L18.6315 25.7593L11.0526 30.7668Z\" fill=\"#E42527\"\/> <path d=\"M18.9021 25.3081L16.9171 30.9923L10.6916 30.8119L18.9021 25.3081Z\" fill=\"#F8AA5A\"\/> <path d=\"M6 30.2255L10.6917 30.812L18.9022 25.3082L20.7067 21.0676L6 30.2255Z\" fill=\"#F58825\"\/> <path d=\"M21.8344 29.0524L27.5637 41.7291L23.9998 28.1502L21.8344 25.4885V29.0524Z\" fill=\"#4D0F3F\"\/> <path d=\"M34.1504 26.2106L30.5865 41.2331L37.7143 27.5188L36.8572 24.4512L34.1504 26.2106Z\" fill=\"#4D0F3F\"\/> <path d=\"M5.59393 22.8271L10.421 26.9775L7.71423 21.3835L5.59393 22.8271Z\" fill=\"#921F30\"\/> <path d=\"M11.0526 19.5788L14.5713 24.045L13.0375 18.4961L11.0526 19.5788Z\" fill=\"#921F30\"\/> <path d=\"M12.3612 25.4885L13.0379 25.0825L3.83489 11.2329L3.20331 11.684L12.3612 25.4885Z\" fill=\"#921F30\"\/> <path d=\"M0 10.2404L3.24811 11.0073L3.69924 7.71411L0 10.2404Z\" fill=\"#FCCF2F\"\/> <path d=\"M24.5865 9.87988L26.3008 17.549L27.564 9.87988H24.5865Z\" fill=\"#921F30\"\/> <path d=\"M30.5865 9.87988L31.8046 17.3686L33.2482 9.925L30.5865 9.87988Z\" fill=\"#921F30\"\/> <path d=\"M28.872 3.9248L28.7367 17.5488H29.5036L29.6389 3.9248H28.872Z\" fill=\"#921F30\"\/> <path d=\"M26.9326 0L29.1882 3.47368L32.0755 0H26.9326Z\" fill=\"#FCCF2F\"\/> <path d=\"M24.0902 21.564L29.4586 41.0526L33.3383 21.9249L24.0902 21.564Z\" fill=\"#921F30\"\/> <path d=\"M33.6541 21.7896L29.0977 24.8121L23.7744 21.3835L33.6541 21.7896Z\" fill=\"#F8AA5A\"\/> <path d=\"M18.2707 18.0903L23.7744 21.3836L33.6541 21.7896L39.2932 18.361L18.2707 18.0903Z\" fill=\"#F58825\"\/> <path d=\"M43.759 23.5037L46.7364 17.3684L48.7665 19.218L43.759 23.5037Z\" fill=\"#921F30\"\/> <path d=\"M47.7744 26.8872L51.0225 20.8872L52.9173 22.5113L47.7744 26.8872Z\" fill=\"#921F30\"\/> <path d=\"M45.293 25.3084L45.9697 25.7595L55.8493 13.7144L55.2629 13.1279L45.293 25.3084Z\" fill=\"#921F30\"\/> <path d=\"M56.3911 8.84204L55.8498 13.1277L60.0002 11.9548L56.3911 8.84204Z\" fill=\"#FCCF2F\"\/> <path d=\"M47.0978 31.4885L31.4437 43.7592L39.7896 25.3081L47.0978 31.4885Z\" fill=\"#E42527\"\/> <path d=\"M39.6539 24.812L41.0073 30.812L47.7742 31.6691L39.6539 24.812Z\" fill=\"#F8AA5A\"\/> <path d=\"M38.7521 20.752L39.6544 24.8121L47.7747 31.6692L51.4288 30.8121L38.7521 20.752Z\" fill=\"#F58825\"\/><\/svg>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"content-cta-text\">\r\n        <p>Call Silver Audiology for more information or to schedule an appointment.<\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"content-cta-phone\"><a href=\"tel:+15759939849\" class=\"phone \"><svg width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 18 18\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<path d=\"M17.4867 12.7194L13.5491 11.0319C13.3809 10.9602 13.1939 10.9451 13.0164 10.9889C12.8389 11.0326 12.6804 11.1329 12.5647 11.2745L10.8209 13.405C8.08423 12.1147 5.88181 9.91225 4.59149 7.17555L6.72199 5.43177C6.86391 5.31634 6.96436 5.15782 7.00813 4.9802C7.0519 4.80258 7.03661 4.61553 6.96457 4.44738L5.27705 0.509807C5.19798 0.328542 5.05815 0.180544 4.88165 0.0913347C4.70516 0.00212529 4.50307 -0.0227045 4.31023 0.0211269L0.653918 0.864892C0.467997 0.907825 0.302119 1.01251 0.183355 1.16186C0.064592 1.3112 -4.28284e-05 1.4964 2.12917e-08 1.68721C2.12917e-08 10.7049 7.30911 18 16.3128 18C16.5037 18.0001 16.6889 17.9355 16.8384 17.8168C16.9878 17.698 17.0925 17.5321 17.1355 17.3461L17.9792 13.6898C18.0228 13.496 17.9974 13.2931 17.9075 13.116C17.8176 12.9389 17.6688 12.7987 17.4867 12.7194Z\" fill=\"#4B833D\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<span class=\"phone-number\">(575) 993-9849<\/span><\/a><\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Newborn hearing loss is tough to detect, which is why many cases go undiagnosed until the child reaches talking age. 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