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
Are Adult Ear Infections Common? What You Need to Know Posted on October 29, 2020 by Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists Ear infections are much more common in children than adults, but that doesn’t mean grown-ups can’t be susceptible. Unlike childhood ear infections that tend to be minor and resolve quickly, adult ear infections are sometimes the sign of a more serious health problem. Types of Ear Infections There are three types of ear infections, depending… Read Full Article
What Is Laryngitis? Posted on October 15, 2020 by Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists Within your throat are two bands of elastic muscle tissue known as your vocal cords. When working well, they open and close smoothly, creating sounds through their vibrations and movement. If your vocal cords become inflamed or irritated, it can lead to a common voice disorder known as laryngitis. Why Does Laryngitis Occur? Laryngitis has… Read Full Article
October is Audiology Awareness Month Posted on October 1, 2020 by Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists Hearing loss can be a confusing experience that easily leaves one feeling discouraged, frustrated and isolated. October is Audiology Awareness Month, which means now is a great time to meet your local audiologist to learn about life-changing options that can help make for a better tomorrow. Audiologists, including the experts at Arizona Desert ENT Specialists,… Read Full Article
How to Safely Clear Your Ears Posted on September 24, 2020 by Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists Earwax, known medically as cerumen, is produced in the glands of the skin within the ear canal. Earwax is important for many reasons, like protecting your middle and inner ear from dust and debris, trapping bacteria and lubricating the ear canal. Believe it or not, the ear canal is self-cleaning – meaning you do not… Read Full Article
How Long Do Hearing Aids Last? Posted on September 10, 2020 by Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists Hearing aids are a big investment in both time and money. If your audiologist has told you that you need hearing aids, one of the first questions you probably wondered was how long the devices will last you. The straightforward answer is hearing aids should last about five years, but this isn’t always the case…. Read Full Article
What’s the Best Treatment for Chronic Congestion? Posted on August 26, 2020 by Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists If you’re experiencing chronic congestion, your turbinates may be to blame. Turbinates are the built-in air filters within the nose. These fleshy structures help filter, warm and moisturize the air you inhale. However, inflammation and infection can cause them to become swollen, enlarged or displaced, causing nasal blockage and difficulty breathing. A surgical solution called… Read Full Article
Caring for a Loved One with Hearing Aids Posted on August 13, 2020 by Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists Between 2017 and 2018, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that 16 percent of the population over the age of 15 provided eldercare. Since 33 percent of those over the age of 65 experience hearing loss, there is a good chance if you care for an older loved one, they will wear hearing aids…. Read Full Article
Your Tinnitus Questions, Answered Posted on July 30, 2020 by Arizona Desert Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists If you experience a pesky ringing, buzzing, hissing, whistling, whooshing or roaring in the ears with no external sound source, you’re not alone. It is estimated that nearly 50 million Americans have been affected by tinnitus at some point in their lives. Below are some of the questions we’re commonly asked about tinnitus and information… Read Full Article