1. Home
  2. Consult with a doctor
  3. Brain and Spine

  4. Hearing issue. Is oae test is accurate?

Hearing issue

2020-04-14 08:51:42
Hello my son is 7 months old he is able to hear and he keeping cooing and babling but his OAE tests is been failed why is it so I'm really worried and in ths lock down what should I do is my baby deaf please help me please is OAE test is accurate
191 Views

Answers (2)

Consult Now
Agree with my colleagues. needs consultation.

Answered2020-04-14 14:16:32

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Didn't find the answer you are looking for?

Talk to experienced doctor online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.

+124
Consult with a doctor
Online now
OAE can fail in new borns due to fluid in middle war, which is very common. He needs BERA for confirmation But his development assessment is helpful to give a fair idea of hearing is good.
Next Steps
Consult a Paediatrician or Paediatric Neurologist.

Answered2020-04-14 09:36:06

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Articles you may like

Tips for Better Hearing - How to Avoid Hearing Loss?

Mr.Sivaprasad Reddy

Who should and how to prevent hearing loss?Hearing loss of permanent type is called Sensorineural hearing loss. It is ir ... Read more

Can Diabetes Lead to Hearing Loss?

Mr.T. Kannan

Hearing loss is common in people with diabetes. As diabetes becomes more common, the disease may become a significant co ... Read more

Hearing Loss: Do You Care???

Mr.Bibin Georgie Thomas

5.3% of the world's population is affected by the disablingeffects of hearing loss. It is an invisiblehandicap. Some hav ... Read more

The Basics of a Hearing Aid

Dr.(Major) Rajesh Kr. Bhardwaj

A hearing aid is a battery-powered electronic device that amplifies sound and transmits it into your ears. It is basical ... Read more

6 Tips for Communication With the Hearing Impaired

Dr.(Major) Rajesh Kr. Bhardwaj

As per WHO's 2005 report, 63 million persons (6.3 percent of the population) have a significant hearing impairment. That ... Read more

Age Related Hearing Loss (Presbyacusis)

Dr.(Major) Rajesh Kr. Bhardwaj

Age-related hearing loss or presbycusis is a gradual loss of hearing in both ears and it is a common problem that is lin ... Read more

Tell us what's troubling you

Want relief from cold & cough?

Consult Now

Down with fever or flu?

Consult Now

Stomach out of order?

Consult Now

Tired of clinic wait times?

Consult Now

Related Questions

Issue from last 7 months

60 Views
Respected Sir, I am suffering from last 7 months. problems which I am facing from last 7 months is Heada ...Read More
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.