{"id":1977,"date":"2023-11-16T19:08:18","date_gmt":"2023-11-17T00:08:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/allgenerationsaudiology.com\/?p=1977"},"modified":"2023-11-16T19:08:47","modified_gmt":"2023-11-17T00:08:47","slug":"what-to-know-about-fluctuating-hearing-loss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/allgenerationsaudiology.com\/what-to-know-about-fluctuating-hearing-loss\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Know About Fluctuating Hearing Loss"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Fluctuating hearing loss is a form of <a href=\"https:\/\/allgenerationsaudiology.com\/hearing-loss\/\">hearing loss <\/a>that seems to frequently change. It can be associated with conductive hearing loss or sensorineural hearing loss and could become worse over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fluctuating hearing loss <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/9780071\/\">can affect a child\u2019s speech and language development<\/a> (less so than sensorineural hearing loss), so it\u2019s important to understand how to best support a child if they\u2019re experiencing sensorineural hearing loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Causes of Fluctuating Hearing Loss<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1221\" height=\"859\" src=\"https:\/\/allgenerationsaudiology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Child-receives-ear-examination.jpg\" alt=\"Child receives ear examination\" class=\"wp-image-1980\" style=\"width:511px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/allgenerationsaudiology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Child-receives-ear-examination.jpg 1221w, https:\/\/allgenerationsaudiology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Child-receives-ear-examination-768x540.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1221px) 100vw, 1221px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Fluctuating hearing loss can be caused by a variety of factors. The most common causes are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ear infections<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Noise exposure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ear wax buildup<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Autoimmune inner ear disease (AIED)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>M\u00e9ni\u00e8re&#8217;s Disease<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Multiple ear infections could impact a child\u2019s hearing for an extended period. Successive <a href=\"https:\/\/allgenerationsaudiology.com\/hearing-loss\/testing\/\">hearing tests<\/a> could make fluctuating hearing loss seem better or worse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Impact of Fluctuating Hearing Loss<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Fluctuating hearing loss can affect a child\u2019s development by impacting speech and language development and by creating a social-emotional effect. In an education setting, sounds can be muffled and background noise can make it harder to pick up on conversation. This can impact a child\u2019s ability to learn and diminish confidence in socializing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Impacts of fluctuating hearing loss:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Child could be accused of daydreaming or not paying attention when in reality, they cannot hear, leading to a negative impact on self-esteem.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Child may believe they are less capable due to missing parts of what was being said and potentially falling behind.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Child may tune out speech signals, delaying speech and language development.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Child may be poor at identifying changes in their own hearing ability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The child may be perceived as easily distracted, socially immature or disinterested in class participation, which could often lead to a delay in treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once fluctuating hearing loss is identified, it\u2019s important to monitor and manage the symptoms. Management options will differ depending on the cause, so if you\u2019ve noticed your child may be struggling to hear others during play dates at Hope Park, it\u2019s important to schedule an appointment with a hearing specialist. The hearing specialist can help identify root causes and form a treatment plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To schedule a hearing test for you or a loved one, contact All Generations Audiology, PLLC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><ul class=\"related-posts\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/allgenerationsaudiology.com\/enjoying-a-meal-out-with-hearing-loss-essential-tips\/\" class=\"related-post\">Enjoying a Meal Out with Hearing Loss: Essential Tips<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/allgenerationsaudiology.com\/what-is-the-connection-between-arthritis-and-hearing-loss\/\" class=\"related-post\">What Is the Connection Between Arthritis and Hearing Loss<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/allgenerationsaudiology.com\/signs-your-hearing-aids-need-reprogramming\/\" class=\"related-post\">Signs Your Hearing Aids Need Reprogramming<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Fluctuating hearing loss is a form of hearing loss that seems to frequently change. It can be associated with conductive hearing loss or sensorineural hearing loss and could become worse over time. 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