10 Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Symptom #9: Hearing Loss
Hearing loss or impairment occur when there is partial or total loss of ability to hear. It may occur in one or both ears. It is important to recognize this issue among young children as hearing impairment or loss can significantly affect their ability to learn language.
In adults, it can lead to difficulties with work and social interaction. Hearing issues can be temporary or permanent. It can be caused by various factors such as continuous exposure to loud noises, genetics, infections, aging, trauma, and birth complications. Hearing loss can be seen among those with fetal alcohol syndrome. It can be managed through the use of hearing aids, cochlear implants, sign language, and lip reading.
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