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New Study Examines the Relationship between Your Hearing and Risk of Falls
Are you feeling unsteady on your feet? Do you have less confidence in your ability to navigate stairs or other uneven terrain? The cause could be related to your hearing. According to a study by Joseph Sakumura, Au.D., and Richard Gans, PhD, published in the Journal...
Understanding the Costs of Hearing Aids: An Expert Perspective
As one of Arizona's most advanced centers for Ear, Nose, and Throat-related issues, we at Scottsdale ENT receive many inquiries on how much hearing aids cost. The direct answer to this question is that hearing aids can range from $2,500 to $7,000 depending on various...
Know Somebody Who Is Considering Treating Their Hearing Loss? | Inspirational Stories From Our Scottsdale ENT Patients
We receive daily phone calls from people who are concerned about their own hearing or that of a loved one. Most have a lot of questions, and some aren’t sure about what to do. Many have little or no experience dealing with hearing loss or hearing aids and don’t have...
What To Expect After Neck Dissection Surgery
If you’ve recently been told that you require neck dissection surgery to remove lymph nodes from your neck, then you probably have lots of questions about what to expect after surgery. It is important that you talk to your primary care doctor about any concerns or...
Dr. Cheryl MacKechnie Explains How Turbinate Reduction Surgery Can Provide Relief for Sinus Problems
As someone who’s treated chronic sinus issues for years, I know firsthand how frustrating and debilitating the symptoms can be. You may be suffering from constant congestion and headaches, or perhaps you have difficulty sleeping and even trouble breathing. This is why...
When is Allergy Season in Arizona? Your Guide to Preparation and Prevention
While Arizona is a beautiful state with an arid climate and diverse landscapes, it’s also known for its high pollen counts and allergens that can cause discomfort and even serious health problems. Allergy season in Arizona typically occurs in the spring and fall, but...
4 Ways To Clean Out Earwax
It can be quite common to feel as if your ears are blocked up sometimes, especially right after you’ve been swimming, but the main cause of clogged ears is a buildup of earwax. Earwax is a good thing and vital for ear canal health – just not too much of it. It works...
Does Breastfeeding Reduce The Risk Of Ear Infection In Infants?
Mention breastfeeding, and you'll find most mothers have a strong opinion about it, one way or the other. It's an emotional topic. But it's also a scientific one. Researchers have spent years investigating the effects of breastfeeding on newborns and infants. One...
Does Tinnitus Go Away?
Tinnitus can be a very difficult issue to cope with on a day-to-day basis, depending on the severity of the tinnitus symptoms. The short answer is yes, sometimes tinnitus goes away. However, most symptoms of tinnitus are not cured but rather successfully managed....
Why Is the Tympanic Membrane So Important to Your Hearing?
The tympanic membrane is better known as your eardrum. More specifically, it’s the ultra-thin tissue that is delicately stretched over your eardrum. It gently vibrates to send signals to your brain for interpretation. This is a very sensitive part of your ear and...