{"id":199,"date":"2022-01-06T21:47:38","date_gmt":"2022-01-07T04:47:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stcloudent.fm1.dev\/audiologist\/newborn-hearing-screenings\/"},"modified":"2023-06-21T12:38:16","modified_gmt":"2023-06-21T18:38:16","slug":"newborn-hearing-screenings","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/stcloudent.com\/audiologist\/newborn-hearing-screenings\/","title":{"rendered":"Newborn Hearing Screening"},"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<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/stcloudent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Pediatrics-Newborn-Hearing-Screenings-1536x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Newborn baby receiving a hearing test\" class=\"wp-image-1413\" title=\"Pediatric Hearing Screening\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stcloudent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Pediatrics-Newborn-Hearing-Screenings-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/stcloudent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Pediatrics-Newborn-Hearing-Screenings-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stcloudent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Pediatrics-Newborn-Hearing-Screenings-scaled.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>St. Cloud ENT &#8211; Main Clinic &#038; The Hearing Clinic is able to assess hearing loss at any age, even for newborn infants. We have equipment available that can screen babies hearing and determine the type and degree of hearing loss the baby may have. That way, the correct treatment options are available to the child. &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Is Early Detection So Important?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nearly three of every 1,000 babies are born with some form of hearing loss. The early part of a child\u2019s life are critical in physical development and forming emotional, learning and communication skills. Because of this, babies with untreated hearing loss often experience major developmental setbacks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"240\" height=\"240\" src=\"https:\/\/stcloudent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/alex.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2128\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I started here right out of graduate school and have been encouraged and supported to grow and develop constantly. I look forward to my next 15 years here.<\/p>\n<cite><strong>&#8211; Alex<\/strong><\/cite><\/blockquote>\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 to detect a signal from a normal hearing ear. The signal is not present in ears with hearing loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">False Positives for Hearing Loss Are Common in Newborn Screenings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Babies have a first hearing screening within a few hours or days of birth. Statistics show that&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/ncbddd\/hearingloss\/data.html\" target=\"_blank\">approximately 2%<\/a>&nbsp;of infant hearing tests performed in the U.S. indicate hearing loss. Rather than a diagnosis, these tests help your doctor identify a potential problem as early as possible, promoting the prevention of developmental disorders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Newborn Hearing Loss Potential Causes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Premature birth or other complications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Family history of hearing loss<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Infections such as meningitis or cytomegalovirus<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><p class=\"content-cta\">\r\n<span>Call St. Cloud Ear, Nose &#038; Throat for more information or to schedule an appointment.<\/span>\r\n<a href=\"tel:+13202520233\" class=\"phone \"><span class=\"phone-number\">(320) 252-0233<\/span><\/a>\r\n<svg class=\"content-cta-accent\" width=\"742\" height=\"74\" viewBox=\"0 0 742 74\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<path opacity=\"0.5\" d=\"M1 28C1 28 88.2316 51.1442 313.093 62.5852C537.955 74.0261 741 72.9747 741 72.9747\" stroke=\"white\"\/>\n<path opacity=\"0.5\" d=\"M1 1C1 1 88.2316 35.4592 313.093 52.4935C537.955 69.5277 741 67.9623 741 67.9623\" stroke=\"white\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n\r\n<\/p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>is able to assess hearing loss at any age, even for newborn infants. We have equipment available that can screen babies hearing and determine the type and degree of hearing loss the baby may have. That way, the correct treatment options are available to the child. &nbsp;&nbsp; Why Is Early Detection So Important? Nearly three&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":85,"menu_order":19,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"[phone format=&quot;&lt;phone&gt;&quot;] | Treating a newborn with a hearing disorder can&#039;t begin without identification. Have your newborn screened for hearing loss. 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