Question
Do children with unilateral hearing impairment have medication treatment options?
Answer
According to the latest research, the standard indications for cochlear implant surgery have changed, and children with unilateral hearing impairment can now also consider cochlear implantation, with good surgical outcomes. In the past, cochlear implantation was only considered when both ears’ hearing loss reached above 80 decibels. However, at recent international conferences, it was learned that children with unilateral hearing impairment can also be candidates for cochlear implant surgery, with satisfactory results. It is very important for patients with pediatric hearing impairment to seek medical attention at a specialist clinic as soon as possible and follow the doctor’s treatment guidance. In daily life, attention should be paid to diet and maintaining adequate fluid intake to accelerate the child’s recovery process.