Treating Hearing Loss Can Improve Mental Health Posted on March 26, 2021 by Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists When you think about it, the fact that there is a link between hearing loss and mental health problems such as depression and anxiety is not surprising. When you have hearing loss, it can be frustrating when you can’t follow the conversation, which causes many to become socially isolated, a well-known risk factor for depression…. Read Full Article
Hearing Loss Is Linked to Increased Risk of Falls Posted on March 11, 2021 by Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists When you think of the risks of untreated hearing loss, what comes to mind? Many would mention missing important alarm sounds like the smoke detector, strained relationships due to communication barriers and anxiety about mishearing important information. What many don’t know is that untreated hearing loss is linked to balance issues. If lately, you feel… Read Full Article
Why Are You Waking Up with a Stuffy Nose? Posted on February 25, 2021 by Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists At one time, all you had to worry about when waking up with a stuffy nose was the common cold or allergies. But now in the age of COVID-19, feeling even the slightest bit off can be a red flag. While it’s important to get a COVID test if you experience telltale signs like dry… Read Full Article
What You Should Know About the COVID Vaccine if You Have Allergies/Asthma Posted on February 12, 2021 by Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists After a long year of dealing with COVID, there’s finally a light at the end of the tunnel in the form of two FDA-approved vaccinations. While the vaccines are in limited supply and currently being allocated to vulnerable communities first, many are still weighing the pros and cons to figure out if the vaccine is… Read Full Article
Can Milk Consumption Increase Mucus Production? Posted on January 29, 2021 by Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists Many parents avoid giving their children milk when they have a respiratory infection or if they have asthma. If you do this, you’re not alone. The old wives’ tale that drinking milk triggers excess mucus has persisted for centuries. However, research shows that drinking milk does not actually impact mucus production, and that it actually… Read Full Article
Are Pregnant Women More Likely to Experience Tinnitus? Posted on January 15, 2021 by Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists Pregnancy is an exciting time for many, but it comes with its fair share of unpleasant symptoms and side effects. Many people experience nausea, fatigue, soreness and swelling, but did you also know pregnancy can cause tinnitus? What Is Tinnitus? Tinnitus is the sensation of a ringing, roaring, hissing, whistling, whooshing or buzzing sound with… Read Full Article
What Are the Most Common Voice Disorders? Posted on December 23, 2020 by Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists When we speak, air passes from the lungs through the vocal cords (also called vocal folds), which are two bands of muscle tissue within the larynx, causing them to vibrate. This vibration produces sound. Anything that causes difficulty producing sound naturally and comfortably is a voice disorder, which can be medically treated. Below are two… Read Full Article
Common Types of Vocal Cord Damage Posted on December 9, 2020 by Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists The vocal cords are located inside the larynx, also known as the voice box. As you speak, air moves from the lungs through the vocal cords, causing them to vibrate. Any condition that prohibits the vocal cords from vibrating and producing your natural voice is considered a voice disorder. Two common voice disorders are vocal… Read Full Article
How Serious Is a Ruptured Eardrum? Posted on November 25, 2020 by Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists The eardrum, also called the tympanic membrane, plays an essential role in the hearing process. This thin, flexible tissue, comprised of three layers, separates the outer ear from the middle ear. As soundwaves enter the ear, they strike the eardrum, which vibrates in response, transmitting the vibrations to the bones of the middle ear. Occasionally,… Read Full Article
Is the Pandemic Messing Up Your Sleep Schedule? Posted on November 11, 2020 by Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists Do you feel like your sleep quality or quantity has been off since the start of the pandemic? If so, you’re not alone. A growing body of evidence has found that many of us across the globe are experiencing uncharacteristic sleep disruptions. While some doze throughout the day and night, others are having difficulty falling… Read Full Article