my newborn grandson has a white tuft of hair on the back of his head-as well as an ear tag and ear dimple. a nurse made the comment about watching for deafness - he passed his neo-hearing tests. never heard of these things being an indication for possible deafness
Hi, Thanks for writing to Chat Doctor. Pre-auricular tag (tag in front of ear) and dimple could both be pointers to deafness and kidney problems. It means there are small chances that such a defect could be present. And as the recommended tests are non-invasive and devoid or any harm to baby, it's always better to do them and be cautious. If any defect is detected the required steps corrective or preventive can be taken at earliest. Regards Chat Doctor.