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What Procedures Can Coastal Surgery Center Perform?

07/24/2021

Ear Procedures Diseases of the ear can affect hearing and balance and lead to significant functional problems for patients suffering from ear disease. Due to the small size of the ear, treating ear disease usually requires specialized training and microscopic surgery. The physicians and audiologists at Coastal Ear, Nose and Throat understand the complex structure […]

What are the symptoms of swallowing disorders?

07/10/2021

Insight into complications and treatment What are the symptoms of swallowing disorders? How are swallowing disorders diagnosed? How are swallowing disorders treated? and more… Difficulty in swallowing (dysphagia) is common among all age groups, especially the elderly. The term dysphagia refers to the feeling of difficulty passing food or liquid from the mouth to the […]

Can fireworks damage my hearing?

06/25/2021

  During the Summer evening of the Fourth of July, you’re most likely going to see fireworks in the sky. Whether you are watching professional fireworks or have purchased your own fireworks, hearing loss is a real risk to yourself and those around you. Babies should never be exposed to fireworks. An infant’s ear canal […]

What is Swimmer’s Ear?

05/27/2021

Otitis externa also known as swimmer’s ear is an infection of the external auditory canal, auricle, or both that affects approximately 10% of people at some stage in their life.  Swimmer’s ear is caused when too much moisture in the ear canal causes irritation and break down of the skin allowing bacteria or fungi to […]

Are you experiencing more allergies this year than you have in the past?

03/25/2021

Are you experiencing more allergies this year than you have in the past? You’re not alone! Pollen count, this year so far, is at an all-time high… but why? Changes in average temperatures are leading to a longer ragweed pollen season. The pollen season is dependent on the length of light and temperatures during the […]

What are the similarities and differences between COVID-19 and Seasonal Allergies?

03/03/2021

COVID-19 is a contagious respiratory illness caused by infection. Seasonal allergies triggered by airborne pollen can lead to seasonal allergic rhinitis, which affects the nose and sinuses, and seasonal allergic conjunctivitis, which affects the eyes. COVID-19 and seasonal allergies share many symptoms, but there are some key differences between the two. For example, COVID-19 can […]

What is endoscopic skull base surgery and when might it be performed?

02/12/2021

At Coastal Ear, Nose, and Throat in the New Jersey area, patients have a wide selection of services that can be used in improving their overall health and wellness. The area of otolaryngologists encompasses conditions of the head, including the ears, nose, and throat. One common procedure performed in our practice is skull base surgery.

How cochlear implants can help you hear

01/30/2021

Patients who have loss or impact of their inner ear hearing have a few options to consider when it comes to hearing aids. One of the more popular options is that of the cochlear implant. This is a device that is surgically placed into the ear area and redirects sound around the inner ear that is no longer functioning.

What are some treatments for dizziness?

01/23/2021

New Jersey area patients who deal with chronic or regular balance and dizziness may find that it negatively impacts their quality of life every day. More severe cases can make it difficult and unsafe to even take a walk alone or drive a vehicle.