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TYPES OF HEARING LOSS:
 * Conductive- This happens when there is a problem with a part of the outer or middle ear. Most kids with conductive hearing loss have a mild hearing loss and it is usually temporary because in most cases medical treatment can help.**


 * Sensory- This happens when the cochlea is damaged. the child may be able to hear most sounds. this may affect the ability to speak.**


 * Neural- This is when there is a problem with the nerve from the cochlea to the brain.**

WHAT ARE SOME MORE CAUSES?
 * -Born without parts of the ear, or if one or more of the parts doesnt work correctly.**
 * -Fluid in the middle ear.**
 * -Head injury**
 * -Listening to loud music, especially through headphones**
 * -Repeated exposure to loud noise, such as machines**



Warning Signs:
 * -Failure to startle at loud sounds**
 * -Not responding to/ imitating sounds**
 * -Lack of babbling**
 * -Developing slower then kids same age**
 * -Have speech that is difficult to understand**