Hearing Impairment in Infants
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Hearing impairment in babies refers to a partial or total decrease in the ability to perceive sounds during the first months or years of life. It may be present from birth or appear later, and it affects the development of language and communication.
Signs parents may notice: lack of reaction to loud noises or familiar voices, absence of babbling at the expected age, or a delay in the appearance of the first words.
Common causes: factors present since pregnancy or delivery, infections, family history, and certain ear conditions. Early detection greatly influences later development.
Which specialist treats it? The otolaryngologist, in coordination with the pediatrician, is the one who evaluates infant hearing through appropriate tests. If you notice that your baby does not respond to sounds as expected, it is worth bringing it up during a visit for a timely evaluation.
Data on 79 doctors who treat hearing impairment in infants
Which specialist treats hearing impairment in infants?
Hearing deterioration in babies should be evaluated by an otolaryngologist (ENT), or by a pediatrician for the initial assessment. You can book with the right specialist if you notice your baby isn't reacting to sounds as expected. Early detection is key for language development.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in hearing impairment in infants
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Lorena Guadalupe Ruiz Ramos
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Celina Flores Olvera
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. José Luis Lucho Hernández
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Maritza Tena Medina
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Luis Miguel Méndez Saucedo
Dr. Charles Cesar Lazo Cárdenas
Frequently asked questions
What is hearing impairment in infants?
Hearing impairment in babies refers to a partial or total decrease in the ability to perceive sounds during the first months or years of life. It may be present from birth or appear later, and it affects the development of language and communication.
Which doctor treats hearing impairment in infants?
Hearing deterioration in babies should be evaluated by an otolaryngologist (ENT), or by a pediatrician for the initial assessment. You can book with the right specialist if you notice your baby isn't reacting to sounds as expected. Early detection is key for language development.