Sensorineural Hearing Loss in Infants
Sensorineural hearing loss in babies is a hearing loss that originates in the inner ear or in the nerve pathways that carry sound to the brain. Unlike other types, it is usually present from birth or appears in the first months of life and tends to be permanent.
Signs that may be noticed: no startle at loud noises, no response to the parents' voice, and a delay in the appearance of the first sounds and words.
Common causes: genetic factors, certain infections during pregnancy, or complications that occur around the time of birth.
Who to see? The otolaryngologist is the professional who studies and follows up on children's hearing with specialized tests. Detecting sensorineural hearing loss in time supports early stimulation and the baby's language development.
Data on 4 doctors who treat sensorineural hearing loss in infants
Specialties that treat sensorineural hearing loss in infants
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Doctors specialized in sensorineural hearing loss in infants
Dr. Alvaro Takane Kimura
Dr. Luz Maria Viveros Añorbe
Dra. Lourdes Olivia Vales Hidalgo
Dr. Fernando Federico Arcaute Velázquez
Dr. Veronica Díaz Salinas
Dr. Óscar César Lorandi Guerrero
Dr. Armando González Gomar Weckmann
Dr. Juan Antonio Castro Rosales
Dr. Jose Ganem Musi
Dra. Lisette Cristerna Sánchez
Dr. Luis Ramon Albavera Giles
Dra. Georgina Peralta Jiménez
Dr. Francisco Miguel Fernández Andrade
Dra. Maria Lidia Sánchez
Dr. Josué Franco
Dr. Juan Felipe Sánchez Marle
Dra. Carola Berenice Curiel Davalos
Dra. Yolanda Tena Jimenez
Dr. Luis Alberto Giorgana Frutos
Dra. Alicia Carreño Ramírez
Frequently asked questions
What is sensorineural hearing loss in infants?
Sensorineural hearing loss in babies is a hearing loss that originates in the inner ear or in the nerve pathways that carry sound to the brain. Unlike other types, it is usually present from birth or appears in the first months of life and tends to be permanent.
Which doctor treats sensorineural hearing loss in infants?
Sensorineural Hearing Loss in Infants is usually treated by specialists in otolaryngologist, otolaryngologist.