How Noise Affects Your Mood and Memory
Excessive noise not only has the potential to harm hearing but can also take its toll on physical and mental health. Whether it’s traffic from Wadsworth Boulevard or the sound of planes overhead, noise pollution can contribute to stress, fatigue and difficulty focusing. It’s possible to create a more peaceful environment once there is an…
Does My Child Need Their Tonsils Removed?
Tonsillitis can cause uncomfortable symptoms like a sore throat, difficulty swallowing, fever, tender lymph nodes and pain in the head, neck or stomach. If your child experiences frequent tonsil infections, your ENT at may recommend a tonsillectomy. Typically, this surgery is only recommended if your child experiences multiple cases of tonsillitis. If your doctor determines…
Tips for Preventing Hearing Loss
While some cases of hearing loss can’t be avoided, there are several steps you can take to reduce your risk. Protecting your ears from excessive noise and maintaining overall health are crucial for preserving your hearing. Here are some effective strategies to prevent hearing loss. Use Earplugs Inside your ears are delicate hair cells, known…
What Is the Valsalva Maneuver & How Does It Relate to Your Ears?
Even if you haven’t heard the term “Valsalva maneuver,” you probably know what it is. It is a breathing technique used for several reasons: one reason is clearing your ears. What Does the Valsalva Maneuver Entail? There are only a few steps involved in the Valsalva maneuver. They are: You can maintain these steps for…
How Should I Prepare My Child for Ear Tube Surgery?
If your child has chronic, recurrent ear infections, an ear, nose and throat (ENT) physician may recommend ear tubes, also known as tympanostomy tubes (TT). According to one 2022 article published in the National Library of Medicine, “Almost 7% of all children will have a least one set of TT (ear tubes) by 3 years…
What Are the Benefits of Balloon Sinuplasty?
For those who experience chronic sinus infections, there is a solution called balloon sinuplasty. This procedure works by inflating and flushing out the sinuses so you can breathe easier and experience fewer symptoms when walking at Standley Lake. Below, we review some of the other benefits of balloon sinuplasty. No Incisions Are Necessary Balloon sinuplasty…
Household Bugs Are More than Just a Pest—Some May Cause Hearing Loss
The two most common causes of hearing loss are advanced age and noise exposure. But did you know that there are certain household bugs that can contribute, too? In this post, we review which bugs can and how you can protect your hearing. Bed Bugs The common bed bug, Cimex lectularius, is a pest that…
Managing ENT Conditions During Pregnancy
Pregnancy brings about numerous changes in the body, including hormonal shifts that can impact your ear, nose and throat (ENT) health. Below are some common ENT conditions that may occur during pregnancy and tips on how to manage them effectively. Ear Congestion or Eustachian Tube Dysfunction Hormonal changes during pregnancy can impact pressure regulation in…
Managing Hearing Aids and Glasses: A Guide for Clear Sound and Vision
Approximately 10% of people in the United States have hearing loss. If you’re one of the many people treating your hearing loss with hearing aids, you already know how these remarkable assistive devices can open you up to a world of clearer sound. But what happens when glasses join the picture? Balancing these two essential…
How Hearing Aids Can Help You Rediscover Your Favorite Activities
Hearing aids are a gateway to improving your social life, rediscovering hobbies and enhancing your overall quality of life. By making sounds clearer and louder, these devices help you reconnect with the world around you, allowing you to participate in activities that may have become difficult or unenjoyable due to hearing loss. Many people may…