{"id":6959,"date":"2023-06-29T20:09:44","date_gmt":"2023-06-30T00:09:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/advancedent.com\/?p=6959"},"modified":"2023-06-29T20:09:58","modified_gmt":"2023-06-30T00:09:58","slug":"what-are-common-causes-of-pediatric-hearing-loss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/advancedent.com\/what-are-common-causes-of-pediatric-hearing-loss\/","title":{"rendered":"What Are Common Causes of Pediatric Hearing Loss?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has shown that approximately <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/ncbddd\/hearingloss\/research.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1 to 3 per 1,000 children have hearing loss<\/a>. Early identification and treatment can help your child develop healthy strategies for living with <a href=\"https:\/\/advancedent.com\/audiologist\/pediatric-hearing-loss\/\">hearing loss<\/a>. Things like school, sports or even playing with friends at the Knight Park Playground can be made easier with <a href=\"https:\/\/advancedent.com\/audiologist\/pediatric-hearing-aids\/\">hearing aids<\/a> or other treatments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Congenital Causes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/advancedent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Young-girl-getting-a-hearing-aid-put-on-by-doctor.jpg\" alt=\"Doctor putting a hearing aid on a young girl.\n\" class=\"wp-image-6962\" width=\"419\" height=\"280\" title=\"Doctor putting a hearing aid on a young girl.\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Childhood hearing loss is divided into two causal categories: Congenital and Acquired. Congenital causes are either hereditary or present at birth due to prenatal factors. Hereditary or genetic hearing loss is estimated to account for more than <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asha.org\/public\/hearing\/causes-of-hearing-loss-in-children\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">50% of congenital hearing loss<\/a>. Causes include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Autosomal dominant hearing loss (ADHL)<\/strong>. ADHL occurs when at least one parent carries the dominant gene for hearing loss. Typically, the parent who carries the gene will have hearing loss. If the dominant gene for hearing loss occurs in both parents or set of grandparents, the chances of the hearing loss being passed on are higher.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Autosomal recessive hearing loss (ARHL)<\/strong>. ARHL occurs when both parents have normal hearing but carry the recessive gene for hearing loss. The child has a 25% chance of being born with hearing loss, and due to its hidden nature in the family, it is frequently unexpected.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>X-linked hearing loss (XHL)<\/strong>. XHL occurs when the mother carries the recessive trait on the sex chromosome. XHL can be passed on to males but not females.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Prenatal-caused hearing loss typically comes from infections, illnesses or toxins presenting in the womb. A few examples include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Intrauterine infections<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prematurity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diabetes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Toxemia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anoxia (lack of oxygen)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Certain testing while pregnant can help spot the likelihood of hearing loss in your child. Speak to your doctor about your options for identifying congenital causes of hearing loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Acquired Causes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Acquired hearing loss occurs at any time after one\u2019s birth. It can be a side effect of a disease, condition or injury. A couple of examples include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Ear infections<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ototoxic drugs (drugs that can damage the ear canal)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Encephalitis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Influenza<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mumps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Head injury<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hazardous noise exposure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chickenpox<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meningitis<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Acquired hearing loss is not guaranteed with any disease, condition or injury. However, repeated or severe cases should be treated immediately by a medical professional to prevent permanent damage to the ear. Use your best judgment in your child&#8217;s healthcare, and never be afraid to address your concerns with a doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When caring for your child\u2019s hearing health, you want to work with a provider you trust. Contact <span class=\"company-name \">Advanced ENT & Allergy<\/span> today to speak with one of our trusted specialists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"related-posts\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/advancedent.com\/myths-vs-facts-misconceptions-about-hearing-aids\/\" class=\"related-post\">Myths vs. Facts: Misconceptions About Hearing Aids<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/advancedent.com\/can-vibration-help-tinnitus\/\" class=\"related-post\">Can Vibration Help Tinnitus?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/advancedent.com\/the-emotions-of-hearing-aid-treatment-what-to-expect\/\" class=\"related-post\">The Emotions of Hearing Aid Treatment: What to Expect<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has shown that approximately 1 to 3 per 1,000 children have hearing loss. Early identification and treatment can help your child develop healthy strategies for living with hearing loss. 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