Maternal hypothyroidism and developing hearing loss.

What is it about?

THs and their receptors can regulate the development and functioning of the auditory system. In addition, any dysfunctions in the activities of THs during the development may cause hearing loss. These disorders may delay the developmental cognitive behaviors and neonatal responses, cause numerous lifelong consequences and severely impact quality-of-life. The prevention with early detection and treatment of hearing loss may be amenable. Yearly audiological evaluation to monitor hearing should be done. The results may be depending on the age of hearing examination, the methods of hearing assessment, and the genetic factors in different patient populations. Further studies are required to determine the exact prevalence of hearing impairment in children with permanent congenital hypothyroidism.

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Why is it important?

Any dysfunctions in the activities of THs during the development may cause hearing loss. These disorders may delay the developmental cognitive behaviors and neonatal responses, cause numerous lifelong consequences and severely impact quality-of-life. The prevention with early detection and treatment of hearing loss may be amenable. Yearly audiological evaluation to monitor hearing should be done. The results may be depending on the age of hearing examination, the methods of hearing assessment, and the genetic factors in different patient populations.

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