Ear and hearing health in children
Hearing loss is common in childhood. The most common causes of hearing loss varies by age. In childhood this is most frequently due to Otitis Media with Effusion (OME, also known as ‘glue ear’) or Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media (CSOM)). In adolescence hearing loss can result from exposure to loud noise from environmental causes or personal listening devices. Hearing loss has a significant impact upon the ability to learn, socialize and work. Effective early interventions exist and make a difference to speech, access to education, socialization and employment opportunities.
Source: Paediatrics and Child Health - Category: Pediatrics Authors: Tamsin Holland Brown, Shelly Chadha Tags: Occasional review Source Type: research
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