Question
My baby was born 6 days ago, does he need a hearing test? What impact does a long-term hearing screening have on him if the results are normal?
Answer
Current hearing screenings are primarily used to check for any hearing abnormalities in early newborns, and the duration of the screening varies. As long as the baby passes the examination, it indicates normal hearing. It’s important to note that this test should not be done multiple times in a day, as it can have some impact on the baby.