March 6, 2017
Don’t let your ears get lazy: Apps and tips to strengthen your hearing Exercise for the ears? We all like to joke about having “selective hearing,” but failure to listen isn’t necessarily a choice. There are many reasons why we may mishear what someone is saying to us. Whether it is due to a significant […]
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March 1, 2017
What is hyperacusis? Hyperacusis is classified by a consistent exaggerated response to sounds that are not uncomfortable to the typical person. An individual with hyperacusis often has normal hearing and is disturbed by even low or moderate sounds. Hyperacusis is a symptom of an underlying condition of the auditory system, and not a disorder itself. […]
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February 27, 2017
The majority of people in the United States have a deviated nasal septum. This can occur for a variety of reasons. It can happen when you are born during the birthing process, colliding with a kid head on in preschool, motor vehicle accidents, playing sports, or tripping down the stairs. Any trauma to the nose […]
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February 17, 2017
Unsure if you have a food allergy or sensitivity? We are proud to be able to offer our patients Alletess testing. Alletess specializes in food and inhalant allergy testing, food sensitivities and other tests to assess the immune system. Immediate food reaction is a fixed food allergy. The food to which you are allergic will […]
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February 13, 2017
BAHA candidacy c This specific hearing aid is only for certain types of hearing loss. To determine candidacy for a BAHA you first will need a hearing test performed to determine the type of hearing loss you have. These devices are often used for people who have conductive hearing loss (hearing loss originating in the […]
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February 10, 2017
Spring Break is right around the corner. While most of us are excited for a little more Vitamin D, many people dread the flight to their destination. That’s right, ear pain during a flight is much more common than you think. Here is a brief description of common causes and treatments you might want to try, […]
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February 3, 2017
What is the difference between unilateral and asymmetric hearing loss? An individual who has unilateral hearing loss has normal hearing in one ear and impaired hearing in the other ear. The severity of hearing loss in the impaired ear can vary person to person depending on the cause of the hearing loss. Unilateral hearing loss […]
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January 30, 2017
Ever find yourself questioning if you forgot to brush your teeth in the morning? I think we have all been there at some point in our lives. We try to make do by popping mints, chewing gum, or even holding our hands in front of our face. With seeing patients all day, I actually keep […]
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There can be embarrassment associated with a runny nose, nasal congestion, nasal itching, or sneezing especially if these symptoms are a persistent problem. You walk around with tissues in your pocket and your home has at least one box of tissues in every room. Others treat you like you have a cold and avoid you. […]
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January 16, 2017
Resound is one of the hearing aid manufacturers we work with at our offices. They are best known for sound quality and the first made for iPhone hearing aids on the market. Resound Linx2 is their current platform and the second generation for the made for iPhone hearing aids. Direct connection If you have an […]
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