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What Hearing Aid is Best for Me?

02/15/2019

Though there are many types of hearing aids on the market, they are all similar in a few ways. Generally, they are all mostly digital and run on small batteries. Additionally, they all contain tiny microphones which collect the sounds you’re missing, and amplifiers to help focus those sounds to your ear.

Treating Your Allergies

01/15/2019

At Coastal Ear, Nose, & Throat we understand how frustrating allergies can be. That’s why we offer allergy testing at our offices throughout the week. Whether you think you suffer from environmental or seasonal allergies, let us help you determine the best solution for your needs.

The Signs of Facial Nerve Disorders

01/03/2019

When over 50% of facial nerve fibers are disrupted, the facial muscles can’t respond normally. This condition creates a facial nerve disorder. For instance, nerve fibers have electrical impulses that tell the facial muscles to create expressions that indicated emotions like crying, laughing, frowning.

You Might Have A Thyroid Problem If…

12/05/2018

The thyroid is a gland in your neck that sits near the front of your windpipe. It is an important part of your body functioning because it creates the hormones that control parts of your metabolism, like how quickly you can burn calories. About 1 in 8 women have a thyroid issue. Men are also affected, but not nearly as common. The most persistent problems associated with the thyroid are hyperthyroidism (when it overproduces hormones) and hypothyroidism (when it doesn’t produce enough).

Do you feel like you’re swaying, spinning, tilting, or generally off balance?

11/12/2018

Do you feel like you’re swaying, spinning, tilting, or generally off balance? You could be suffering from vertigo. Vertigo most often the result of a problem with your inner ear. Let’s discuss the causes, symptoms, and the different kinds of treatment available.

Hearing loss patients at higher risk of hospital readmission

10/30/2018

Hard-of-hearing hospital patients who have issues communicating with medical professionals are more likely to end up back in the hospital within 30 days, compared to patients who don’t have trouble concerns, a U.S. study suggests.

Hearing Aid Promotion

10/17/2018

$500 OFF ANY PAIR OF HEARING DEVICES FOR NEW USERS
$750 OFF ANY PAIR OF DEVICES FOR CURRENT COASTAL HEARING AID USERS

How to Avoid Hearing Loss

09/25/2018

Every day millions of Americans are exposed to hazardous levels of noise in their occupation or recreational pursuits. Hearing loss is often difficult to detect because it usually happens gradually. In addition to unsafe noise levels, aging can naturally diminish your ability to hear.

Ear Infections and Children

09/15/2018

When children have an ear infection, inflammation of the middle ear (otitis media) occurs. This can happen in one or both ears and is the single most common diagnosis given to children when they visit the doctor for illness.

Common Questions about Hearing Aids

09/06/2018

Hearing loss is one of the most common health problems in the United States. Not only is it a health issue, but it can impact your lifestyle and the quality of your relationships. An estimated 48 million Americans struggle with some form of hearing loss.

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