What Can Cause Hearing Loss in Children?

Children are generally affected by two types of hearing loss: congenital (present at birth) or acquired (appears after birth). Each category of hearing loss can occur due to different causes.

Congenital hearing loss:

• Certain infections during pregnancy
• Ototoxic medications used in pregnancy
• Birth complications
• Neurovascular or nervous system complications
• Family history of hearing loss

Acquired hearing loss:

• Untreated ear infections
• Perforation of the eardrum
• Excessively loud noises
• Diseases such as otosclerosis
• Serious injury to the head
• Ototoxic medication

The Treatment You Need

At Hope Therapy Center, your child can begin the path to habilitation in a comprehensive and caring environment. Our occupational therapist and speech language pathologist are determined to make a difference in your child’s life with hard work, professionalism and expertise. For more information about our services, contact our office in McAllen today.