A Practical Guideline to Capturing and Documenting the Real-Time Consequences of Fluctuating Hearing Loss in School-Age Children
Background: Fluctuating conductive hearing loss resulting from middle ear conditions, such as otitis media, is the most common cause of hearing loss in children, with Indigenous Peoples experiencing otitis media at a rate three times higher than non-Indigenous populations. Children with chronic hear...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2024-12-01
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| Series: | Journal of Otorhinolaryngology, Hearing and Balance Medicine |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2504-463X/5/2/19 |
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| Summary: | Background: Fluctuating conductive hearing loss resulting from middle ear conditions, such as otitis media, is the most common cause of hearing loss in children, with Indigenous Peoples experiencing otitis media at a rate three times higher than non-Indigenous populations. Children with chronic hearing loss face increased educational, social, and economic challenges. However, treating and documenting fluctuating hearing loss remains difficult due to its sporadic and invisible nature, frequently leading to delayed or missed identification and inconsistent management. Methods: A comprehensive literature search was completed with a librarian, but few resources were located for this condition and population. Results: This practical guideline aims to improve the documentation and subsequent management of otitis media in school-aged children, with a focus on rural and Indigenous communities in Canada, where access to healthcare professionals may be limited. Conclusions: Despite efforts to raise awareness about otitis media in rural and Indigenous communities, there are still few accessible tools for caregivers to track the severity of fluctuating hearing loss. This guideline aims to help fill this gap. |
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| ISSN: | 2504-463X |