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Should You See an Audiologist or an ENT Doctor?
Should you see an audiologist or an ENT doctor for your hearing issue? There are definite differences between the two professions, and your treatment will depend on your condition and even what’s causing it. Here’s…
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Specialized Care from Your ENT Doctor
A problem with your ears, your nose, or your throat may begin with a visit to your family physician or urgent care center. If the problem turns out to be more than routine, you may…
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When to Seek Professional Help for Dizzy Spells
Sudden dizzy spells can happen to anyone. They occur for a variety of reasons, and most of the time there’s nothing to worry about. If you are experiencing them frequently, however, there might be something…
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FAQ’s on Getting Ear Tubes
Ears need to be protected, from the day you are born and beyond. We listen with our ears, and they are the center of our balance. So when ears become infected, it can create problems.…
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All About Ears: Allergies, Colds and Beyond
The first thing we think about when we hear the word ‘ear’ is hearing. We associate our ears with listening to sounds. In addition to hearing, we can also associate the ears with balance, our…
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How to Prevent Sickness While Flying
While there are a host of reasons people don’t like air travel, a common complaint is the onset of illness after travel. Our sinuses can be sensitive, especially in environments we are unaccustomed to. Not…
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Why You Should Teach Your Children About Q-Tip Safety
For some reason, Q-tips are automatically associated with cleaning the ears. While there is a label on the packaging not to insert cotton swabs into the ear canal, many people regularly clean their ears with…
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Tips to Care for a Hoarse Throat
Sometimes we want a break from our busy lives and wonder how it would be to sit in silence for awhile. While this is a typical daydream, the reality of losing your voice is less…
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Do I Have an Ear Infection?
One night you notice that you can only sleep on one side because your ear is red and in pain. You may also sense a loss of hearing. What could it be? Most people associate…
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5 Tips to Protect Your Child from Germs
As Fall begins, we are well into the beginning of the school year. As kids come together so does the sharing of germs. Bacteria on common surfaces can lead to coughs and sore throats. It…
