Sensorineural Hearing Loss in Infants
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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 49 doctors who treat sensorineural hearing loss in infants
Which specialist treats sensorineural hearing loss in infants?
Sensorineural hearing loss in infants should be evaluated by an otolaryngologist, the specialist in inner ear and auditory nerve causes. Find ENT specialists near you.
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Doctors specialized in sensorineural hearing loss in infants
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Lorena Guadalupe Ruiz Ramos
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Celina Flores Olvera
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Luis Miguel Méndez Saucedo
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Dr. Gloria Nayeli Vega Hernández
Dr. Rodrigo Fernández Pellón
Dr. Iran Pardo
Dr. Jorge Alfonso Trejo Buendía
Dr. Nuria Esperanza Boronat Echeverria
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 should be evaluated by an otolaryngologist, the specialist in inner ear and auditory nerve causes. Find ENT specialists near you.