Warning signs that may indicate a hearing problem Hearing problems may become more apparent during the later months of the first year because of the emergence of speech. Response to only some sounds, not all. Does not laugh out loud by 6 months. Does not babble or make a variety of sound by 8 months. Sometimes, chronic ear infection can leave children with excessive fluid backup that can interfere with hearing so always check with your doctor.
Special tests can check for hearing loss.
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