October 10, 2017
Unfortunately, our hearing can easily become damaged from exposure to loud noise. Many of us forget, but hearing protection is an essential safety tool just like hard hats and harnesses. The best way to prevent noise induced hearing damage is to avoid loud noises, but that isn’t possible for everyone. Individuals who are exposed to […]
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October 4, 2017
When you have allergies, you want to know your options. At Michigan ENT and Allergy, we are up to date on the most current allergy treatment. Sublingual Immunotherapy (SLIT) is an alternative way to treat allergies without injections. Yes, you read this right, without needles or injections! Sublingual Immunotherapy treats allergens such as dust mites, cats, […]
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October 2, 2017
What are they? How do they relate to hearing? The ear is an amazing structure. The above pictures show the cochlea (the hearing organ, on the left) and the hair cells (on the right). Hair cells are responsible for detecting movement (a sound wave), amplifying the sound and then transforming it from a vibration to […]
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September 28, 2017
Do you think you have a cold? There’s a chance it could be allergies. It can sometimes be difficult to know the difference between the two, especially during seasonal changes, and let’s not forget the fact that school is back in session and our children are sharing everything. What’s the difference between the common cold […]
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September 25, 2017
There are two different speech tests performed during a hearing test. Speech recognition scores (SRT) determine how softly you are able to hear words. Word recognition scores (WRS) measures how clearly you can understand words when presented at a comfortable level. How is the test performed? You will first sit in the sound booth with […]
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September 22, 2017
A perforated tympanic membrane is a hole in one’s eardrum. There are many possible causes of a perforated eardrum. An ear infection, changes in pressure from traveling or scuba diving, exposure to a loud noise, such as an explosion, or a foreign object, such as a Q-tip, could all cause a hole in the eardrum. […]
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September 20, 2017
In the world of hearing, there are two professionals who can provide hearing tests and prescribe hearing devices. It is important to know the difference between the two professions so you can decide who to entrust with your hearing healthcare. AUDIOLOGISTS Audiologists are licensed healthcare professionals who specialize in the assessment and treatment of […]
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September 13, 2017
I am often asked about the procedure when traveling with hearing aids. I always remind my patients that hearing aids are designed for an active lifestyle and are a breeze to travel with. Simply make sure you remember a few key items. Remember your power source. If you use use batteries, bring extra. If you […]
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September 11, 2017
When Tonsils Need To Go Tonsils are a part of the body’s immune system. They are oval shaped tissues that are located at the back of your throat. They are a first line of defense against viruses and bacteria that enter the body through your nose and your mouth. When tonsils become inflamed, the condition […]
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September 7, 2017
Image: Sir Alexander Fleming, (6 August 1881 – 11 March 1955) was a Scottish biologist, pharmacologist and botanist who discovered Penicillin. (Photo by Universal History Archive/UIG via Getty Images) Did you know Alexander Fleming discovered penicillin on September 28, 1928? Since his discovery, many patients have had what they thought were allergic reactions to penicillin in […]
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