Failed Hearing Test

We have just gone down the road of hearing tests with my son. There are 2 different kinds, and each produces differing results. Since you mntioned that this was a newborn, then he was tested using the ABR test, which actually monitors the brain's responses to hearing. It is much more reliable than other methods of testing, in that it does not depend on the child's behavioral responses. The other type of test is to actually put the child in a sound booth and measure responses. This isn't done with babies. Fluid on the ears is a very common cause of failed hearing tests, and this was the case with my son. However, fluid is very easily visible by a simple ear exam that can be done by any doctor. If there is no fluid present, then they are more than likely looking at true hearing loss, in which case the ENT will direct them to look at options that may correct this, if available. Coclear implants are an option for some, etc. The blessing in this whole situation is that, with today's technology, this hearing loss can be detected very early, so parents can accomodate. For my son, we were able to have tubes put in, which allowed the fluid to drain and restored his hearing. He now hears MUCH better! Good luck to your friends- there is nothing harder than going through a heath issue with our kids!

My son had tubes put in when he was 10 months old he never failed a test, but once the tube were put in he had a very hard time adjusting to the noise around the house. At first I could not figure out why he would cry when the t.v. was on and no louder than it ever was or the phone rang, or just any normal household noise. When I spoke to our ENT he said that the fluid build up and constant ear infections kept him from hearing 100%. So I think had we done a hearing test he would have failed it. I bet if he gets tubes this would help the problem.

Hello! I have a 4yr old that we found out that he failed his hearing test. When he was born he failed his hearing also the first time..Then they took it again and passed.. We noticed when he was about 3 1/2 that he kept asking us 2 or 3 times what we said.. The pediatrian found the hearing loss..we went to a ENT; then they refered us to Cooks Childrens. The experience with them was awesome..My son has adapted to the hearing aids well..You have to trust in the Lord with this so you have peace..You would be amazed at what these kids can learn..My son learned to read our lips because he hear us..That just amazed us;that they learn to adapt and concour.. I have had a lot of peace sence we have figured this out..I hope you find yours..S.

My son is 2 1/2 and had to go to an ENT because he failed a hearing test. We saw DR. Varies in FT Worth. The nurses were very nice and understanding that my son did not want to be there and the 2 people that did the 2 tests were very good with him. I would say thought that if he had the hearing test done at the health dept or a clinic like that and not at his actually doctors office, then they probably didn't look in his ears to see if there was fluid so I would see his pediatrican 1st. Most of the time it is just something very minor that doesn't need any more attention.