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Need to find out what is wrong with Granddaughters hearing

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Hithere Fri 18-Feb-22 14:37:05

The key to all this is the parents of the child.

What are they doing to address it?

You are 2 steps removed from the core family circle

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62Granny Fri 18-Feb-22 14:34:31

Yes they would but you could probably look online to see which of their consultants deal with paediatric ENT. I would ask the parents to contact the GP to make sure a referral has been made first ( they can forget) the receptionist should be able to inform them no need to speak to Doctor. Also the Health Visitor is another person you may be able to advise on the best way forward and find out how long the waiting list are in the area. Then it is up to them if you want to wait or go private. Offer to pay / contribute to the consultation if you want.

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aonk Fri 18-Feb-22 14:33:22

Yes you can self refer. Or see a private GP who can recommend a consultant and refer her. You might find a GP who specialises in paediatrics.

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Madgran77 Fri 18-Feb-22 14:28:49

If they have an ENT consultant at the private hospital then you can self refer.

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Espana Fri 18-Feb-22 14:21:59

our Great Granddaughter is 21 months appears to have a hearing problem. She constantly has ear infections and occasional loss of balance (more than seems appropriate for a toddler). She is not talking as well as could be expected and we are getting very concerned. Doctor said she would be sent for investigations but months have passed and no action has yet been taken. We would be prepared to pay privately but don't know what would be appropriate. We are very near a private hospital. If we ring them would they be able to point us to the best ENT diagnostics?

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