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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.

Will my sense of smell and taste come back after I was tested positive for COVID-19?

11/23/2020

Olfactory training was developed as a tool to aid those with smell and taste disturbance, and follows principles that wine sommeliers use to enhance their own sense of smell and taste. This involves repetitive stimulation of olfactory nerves with the goal of improving general olfaction. The original article (Hummel et al. Laryngoscope 2009), exposed subjects with smell and taste loss to four intense odors (clove, eucalyptus, lemon, and rose), twice daily, for 15 seconds over a period of 12 weeks.

What can I do to understand people while wearing masks and hearing aids?

11/05/2020

Custom hearing aids that fit in the ear canal may be the most comfortable to wear with a mask. This is because no tubes or wires are sitting where the mask may interfere with fit or sound quality.

The advantages of telehealth

10/27/2020

At Coastal Ear, Nose, and Throat, we understand how important it is during these times to protect our patients from COVID-19. During this pandemic, we find that our essential service can still be difficult to connect with to receive necessary care. Our practice is currently open, but we do have an alternative option to physical

How does a bone-anchored hearing aid work?

09/29/2020

At Coastal Ear, Nose, and Throat, we offer New Jersey area patients a wide selection of hearing aids that can be used to restore hearing abilities in those who have permanent hearing loss. We understand that the needs of each patient is unique, which is why we ensure patients are educated on the many options

Fall Allergies Explained

09/10/2020

If you are one of the many New Jersey area patients who struggle with sneezing, itchy eyes, and other problems during the fall season, you may be dealing with fall seasonal allergies. During this time of year, we often see many men and women come into our practice seeking a solution for their allergies. Until

Five common reasons to visit an ENT

08/10/2020

The ears, nose, and throat are common areas of concern for patients in New Jersey. Whether you deal with allergies or hearing loss, an ENT professional can help. At Coastal Ear, Nose, and Throat, our doctors are available to provide patients with a wide range of services for their needs. Many patients ask, what are

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