Question
A newborn baby is four months old and can make cooing sounds, and is able to communicate with adults. The parents are worried that the child might become mute. There have been two failed hearing screenings in the past, and the results of the ear reflex and brainstem response tests are not good. The parents want to know if there is a possibility of treatment and whether the child can be cured.
Answer
Firstly, you should not worry too much. The baby is already four months old and can communicate with adults, which indicates that the situation is not too severe and should be objectively assessed. It is recommended that you increase communication with your child in the coming months and closely monitor their hearing development. At this stage, do not give your child medication arbitrarily to avoid potential harm caused by the medication. If there is no improvement in the baby’s condition in the next few months, it is advisable to bring the child to the hospital for a detailed examination and consult with the doctor about treatment options.