Question
At 16 months old, a check-up revealed poor brain development and chromosomal abnormalities, with mild to moderate hearing loss around 60 decibels. Is it necessary to wear a hearing aid?
Answer
Disease Analysis: The patient has had a hearing defect since childhood. Even if the hearing loss is only between 55 to 70 decibels, the effect is often not ideal if a hearing aid is not used until after the age of 8 to 12. It is recommended to use a hearing aid by the age of 5 or 6 to achieve better results. Guidance: It is suggested to wear a hearing aid as early as possible to avoid affecting future life, language, and intellectual development.