Swallowing and throat problems: how they are found and treated?
Have you ever had the feeling of food getting stuck in your throat while eating? Do you have a habit of frequent throat-clearing? Or perhaps you even have choking spells, frequently late at night? If you’ve experienced one of these situations, you’ve probably imagined the worst-case scenario: “Something is really wrong with me” or “I…
6 hearing aid myths debunked
“Hearing devices are only for old people.” “I hear just fine without a hearing aid.” “Hearing devices are expensive.” “Hearing aids never work well.” These are just a few of the many misconceptions surrounding hearing devices. Though millions of people experience hearing loss, the concept of wearing a hearing device remains fairly misunderstood. Below we…
Do I have chronic sinusitis?
Are you a sinus sufferer? Are you constantly complaining about sinus pain and discomfort? You may have chronic sinusitis. Nearly 30 million American adults suffer from sinusitis, so you are not alone. At ExcelENT of Alabama, we understand that lingering sinus symptoms can be frustrating and cause you to miss school, work, or other important…
All About Swallowing Disorders: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Do you ever feel like you’re choking while you’re eating? Do you sometimes feel like you have a lump in your throat you just can’t swallow away? If so, you are not alone. It is estimated that nearly 15 million adults in the United States are affected by swallowing problems and disorders. And as scary…
Easy actions to remarkably improve your nasal blockages
Did you know that nasal breathing delivers about 70 percent of airflow to your lungs? With this statistic in mind, imagine how your quality of life is impacted if your nasal airway is obstructed in any way. It can affect your sleep, exercise, and your ability to breathe normally. More than 20 million Americans struggle…
Understanding noise-induced hearing loss
Hearing loss is more common than you may think. In fact, more than 5 percent of the world’s population struggles with it. That includes 432 million adults and 34 million children. While natural aging, injury, illness, and infection often cause hearing loss, one of the leading causes is noise-induced hearing loss. What is noise-induced hearing…
Excel ENT Telemedicine: Schedule an Online Visit with Us
To combat the spread of COVID-19, we have adapted our operations to protect both our patients and staff. In accordance with the current CDC recommendations, we are limiting in-person visits to urgent conditions to effectively practice and encourage social distancing. Thanks to the latest technology, we are now offering telemedicine through an ENT specific telehealth…
Does an ENT Specialist Treat That? All About Sinuses
When was the last time that you had a cold? You probably battled nasal congestion, but luckily, your stuffy nose cleared up with the virus, right? If not, then you may be one of the many people who suffer from persistent nasal congestion or irritation. Breathing is an essential feature of life, but one that…
What Is a Voice Disorder?
Did you know that as many as nine percent of Americans have a voice disorder, but that fewer than one percent seek professional treatment? One possible reason for people not seeking treatment is that voice disorders can take many forms, and they often accompany other illnesses. Sometimes, people may not realize that they have a…
All Things Audiology at Excel ENT
You know that an audiologist specializes in ears, but what exactly does that mean? What does a doctor of audiology treat, and how do you know when it’s time to see one? In this post, we’re sharing the wide variety of audiology services available at Excel ENT with our resident ear expert, Dr. Abby Turnbough….