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An infant's speech development is
closely related to hearing ability. Early detection
of hearing impairment provides the benefits of accurate
diagnosis and early treatment. This can be mostly
corrected with an appropriate hearing aid. |
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Numerous problems may cause hearing
impairment. Deafness may be classified as either
congenital or acquired. |
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The consequences of hearing impairment
depend on the stage of speech and language development. |
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'Pre-speech hearing loss' occurs
before speech and language is developed, and the
causes may be congenital or acquired. |
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'Post-speech hearing loss' is the
loss of hearing suffered after speech and language
development |
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OAE measures an acoustic response
produced by the inner ear, and diagnoses the site
and extent of any deafness present. |
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OAE is a non-invasive test, and can
be used for a patient of any age, including newborn
infants. |
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It is important that the baby is quiet
or sleeping during the OAE test. |
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The Hearing Screening Test for Infants
(OAE) is now available in our department, for inquiries
or bookings for OAE, please contact our department
at (852) 2276 7788. |
