Question
Do newborns with unpassed genetic hearing screening need confirmation?
Answer
If a newborn’s genetic hearing screening is not passed, a follow-up visit should be scheduled within 45 days. If the screening is still not passed after the follow-up visit, it is generally confirmed that there is hearing loss. At this point, an immediate comprehensive hearing test should be conducted at a hospital to determine the extent of the hearing loss. After confirmation, doctors will develop an individualized intervention plan, which may include wearing hearing aids or undergoing cochlear implant surgery. For premature infants or newborns with other health issues, parents should pay special attention to their development and seek professional medical assistance early on.