Hearing loss is losing some or all hearing in one or both ears.
Screening in Babies
A baby’s hearing level can be tested as soon as it is born.
Mild Hearing Loss
Mild hearing loss is when some soft sounds are difficult to hear.
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In addition to obvious symptoms, there are other signs that hearing loss is getting worse.
Currently, there is no way to treat ear injuries that cause hair loss.
This is because damaged cells in the ear do not grow back.
Babies are often screened for hearing loss as soon as they are born.
Hearing loss can be mild, moderate, severe, or profound.
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