HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Child Suffering With Hearing Loss Since Birth, Had Normal BERA Test, Detected Through Audiometry Test. Why Was The BERA Test Normal?

Dear Sir, my son who is 8 years old now was suffering from hearing loss since birth but detected only 2 year back because his BERA test when taken in his 2year of age showed normal since he has middle ear wax he was only treated for that, but later he was suggested for speech theraphy now he was tried pure tone audiomtry test the test shows there is earing loss and recommened hearing aid we have tried hearing aid he is good now sir how come a child whose BERA test is good but problem in hearing is there any other factor affecting him your recommedations please sir, now he speaks like 3 year child.
Mon, 23 Dec 2013
Report Abuse
ENT Specialist 's  Response
hello. maybe your child has developed hearing loss after 2 years of age , there could be a lot of causes like medications , high fever etc. can i ask how much is the hearing loss now? and whether any other test was done at 2 years of age except BERA? also if you do'nt mind answering whether anyone else in your family has hearing disorder? thanks
I find this answer helpful

Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Hearing impairment


Loading Online Doctors....
Child Suffering With Hearing Loss Since Birth, Had Normal BERA Test, Detected Through Audiometry Test. Why Was The BERA Test Normal?

hello. maybe your child has developed hearing loss after 2 years of age , there could be a lot of causes like medications , high fever etc. can i ask how much is the hearing loss now? and whether any other test was done at 2 years of age except BERA? also if you do nt mind answering whether anyone else in your family has hearing disorder? thanks