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Do Prescription Hearing Aids Really Work Better Than OTC?
Clear, natural hearing isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. When hearing loss starts to affect your…
Nasal Polyps: The FAQs You’ve Been Searching For
The subtle shift in your breathing, the persistent feeling of fullness in your sinuses, the…
Causes & Treatments for an Allergy-Free Season This Spring
Every year, more than 50 million Americans find themselves battling allergies, and spring marks the…
Cochlear Implants vs. Hearing Aids: A Guide to Better Hearing
Hearing loss can impact every aspect of life, from conversations with loved ones to workplace…
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery Explained: What to Expect
Living with sinus issues can be exhausting. Whether it’s the constant congestion, pressure headaches, or…
Throat Irritation? Here’s When You Should See an ENT
As winter rolls in, the chill and dry air can really take a toll on…
How to Prevent Sinus Infections: Tips & Tricks
Sinus problems can be frustrating and often seem to get worse when we least expect…
Ear Infections in Adults: Symptoms & Solutions
Waking up with ear pain can be incredibly frustrating and disruptive. Ear infections in adults…
Signs You Should See an ENT Specialist for Cold Symptoms
Winter brings cozy sweaters, hot drinks, and festive fun—but it also brings sniffles, sneezes, and…
Back to School: Common Ear, Nose, and Throat Issues in Children
Sending your child back to school in the fall is an exciting but frightening time.…
What is Swimmer’s Ear? Causes, Symptoms, & Effective Treatments
Summer is the best time to make a splash in your swimming pool or at…
How to Manage Laryngitis for Optimal Vocal Health
Laryngitis is a common condition that affects the voice box or larynx, causing inflammation and…
How Often Should I Have My Hearing Tested?
Like getting your eyes checked or having a yearly checkup, including hearing tests in your…
Expert Tips for Traveling with Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
Summer will be here soon, which means it’s time to start making vacation plans. While…
What is Good Vocal Hygiene? Everything You Need to Know
3 Signs You Need to See an ENT for Acid Reflux
When you feel a constant burning in your throat, you most likely understand this as…
Why Does Everything Sound Weird? The Impact of Noise-Induced Hearing Loss on Young Adults
Most of the time, when people think about hearing loss, they associate it with old…
Give the Gift of Better Hearing
It’s the holiday season, and you’re likely in the middle of getting your gift list…
The ArchSinus Stent: Better Healing Solutions After Sinus Surgery
It’s estimated that in the United States, more than 250,000 people every year undergo…
Treating a Hoarse Voice 101: The Stroboscopy
For one reason or another, most of us have had a hoarse voice at different…
Why Do I Have Swallowing Problems?
According to research done on a National Health Interview Survey, 1 in 25 adults will…
5 Surprising Benefits of Diaphragmatic Breathing
Your voice and breathing are very closely connected. In fact, if you have any voice…
Why Do My Ears Feel Clogged? Top 5 Causes
Why Do My Ears Feel Clogged? Top 5 Causes If your ears feel clogged, stuffy,…
What Is Chronic Rhinitis: Signs, Symptoms, & Treatment
What Is Chronic Rhinitis: Signs, Symptoms, & Treatment It’s estimated that over 45 million people…
OTC Hearing Aids: All You Need to Know
Want To Know All About OTC Hearing Aids? After the implementation of bipartisan legislation passed…
Why Do I Have So Much Sinus Pressure & Post-Nasal Drainage?
Do You Have Sinus Pressure & Post-Nasal Drainage? We all know the dreaded feeling. When…
Asthma Treatment Not Working? You May Have a Vocal Cord Disorder
Do You Have A Vocal Cord Disorder? If you’ve been diagnosed with asthma, you likely…
Breathe Easier This Holiday Season with VivAer®
Breathe Easier With VivAer® The holidays are full of joyful occasions like office parties, family…
Chronic Cough: Signs, Symptoms, & Treatments
What Are Signs, Symptoms, & Treatments For A Chronic Cough? This October, flu season, sinus…
Audiology Awareness: Why Audiologists Help with More Than Hearing Aids
Why Do Audiologists Help With More Than Hearing Aids? Today, people can buy many types…
The Newest Hearing Device on the Market: Phonak Audéo™
New Hearing Device: Phonak Audeo™ In today’s world, technology is constantly evolving. With new technologies,…
How To Deal With The Feeling That Something Is Stuck In Your Throat
Why Does It Feel Like Something Is Stuck In Your Throat? There is nothing worse…
Cutting Edge Biologic Options for Sinus Problems
Over the years, we have made many strides in improving the way we are able…
Dangers of Earbud & Earpod Use
From teenagers and adolescents to working adults, everyone is using either earbuds or earpods these…
Q-Tips & Ears: Good or Bad?
Keeping cotton swabs, such as Q-tips, in the bathroom to clean out your ears is…
What to Do About Frequent Throat Clearing
We all clear our throats sometimes without giving it much thought. We may do it…
Lingering Loss of Smell After COVID-19? Here’s What to Do
Smell is one of our five senses that we often think little about even though…
All About Nasal Congestion
There are two words we hear a lot at ExcelENT all year round, but especially…
Causes of Chronic Cough
A cough that just won’t go away is one of the most common reasons for…
Major Jumps in Hearing Device Technology You Should Know About
New Hearing Device Technology at ExcelENT of Alabama The world of hearing devices can…
The Driving Force Behind All Sinus Issues: Inflammation
Many patients often wonder WHY they continue to have sinus problems. What’s the root cause…
Do You Have Good Vocal Hygiene?
When you think of “good hygiene” you may immediately come up with washing your hands,…
Hearing Loss & Cognitive Decline
Hearing Loss & Cognitive Decline There are many risks associated with hearing loss that…
The Cause of Your Summer Sinus Issues: Inflammation
Why Do I Have Problems With My Sinus In The Summer? The Cause: Inflammation -…
When Should You See an ENT vs. an Upper GI Doctor for Swallowing Problems?
You are having trouble swallowing, and maybe you are also experiencing very bad acid reflux.…
Speech and Hearing Rehabilitation: Conversations with ExcelENT Experts
While many ENTs offer services related to speech and hearing, at ExcelENT of Alabama, we…
Get to Know ExcelENT of Alabama’s Newest Audiologist Helen Lee Miles
Inspired by her aunt and uncle who were both audiologists, Helen Lee Miles fell in…
Want a Solution for Nasal Polyps that Doesn’t Involve Surgery? Try Dupixent!
Nasal Polyps & Dupixent ExcelENT of Alabama is very excited to introduce a new…
Frequently Asked Questions about hearing and hearing aids
FAQ's About Hearing Aids Did you know that people who need hearing aids wait…
What are our recommended treatment options for chronic rhinitis?
Are you tired of dealing with constant congestion, never-ending running noses, perpetual post-nasal drip, painful…
Chronic Nasal Obstruction: its impacts, our convenient solutions
If you experience chronic nasal obstruction, otherwise known as chronic nasal congestion or continually having…
Swallowing and throat problems: how they are found and treated?
Swallowing & Throat Problems Have you ever had the feeling of food getting stuck…
Buying the perfect hearing aids: things you never thought about asking
Hearing Aids You’ve resigned yourself to the fact that it’s time to get a…
6 hearing aid myths debunked
Hearing Aid Myths “Hearing devices are only for old people.” “I hear just fine…
13 signs of painful chronic sinusitis you should be aware of
Chronic Sinusitis Do you feel like every time you turn around, you're getting another…
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…
Easy actions to remarkably improve your nasal blockages
Nasal Blockages Did you know that nasal breathing delivers about 70 percent of airflow…
Understanding noise-induced hearing loss
Understanding Hearing Loss Hearing loss is more common than you may think. In fact,…
ExcelENT Telemedicine: Schedule an Online Visit with Us
To combat the spread of COVID-19, we have adapted our operations to protect both our…
Does an ENT Specialist Treat That? All About Sinuses
ENT Specialists When was the last time that you had a cold? You probably…
What Is a Voice Disorder?
Voice Disorders Did you know that as many as nine percent of Americans have…
All Things Audiology at ExcelENT
Audiology at ExcelENT You know that an audiologist specializes in ears, but what exactly…
Speech-Language Pathology: One-On-One with Amy Schiwitz
Speech-Language Pathology Have you ever wondered what a speech-language pathologist, or SLP, can do…
Phonak Audéo Marvel Lunch & Learn
Phonak Audéo Have you ever wondered if you or a loved one would benefit…
Nasal Rinsing: Does It Really Relieve Congestion?
Nasal Rinsing Between dust, mold, grasses, and trees, it can feel like allergy season…
Breathe Easier with SINUVA
Breathe Easier with SINUVA - ExcelENT of Birmingham, AL Everyone experiences nasal…
Why Am I Dizzy? BPPV Vertigo Symptoms and Treatment
BPPV Vertigo Everyone knows that ears are for hearing, but did you know that your…
Splash Into Summer by Avoiding Swimmer’s Ear
How to avoid Swimmer's Ear By now, many of your days have been spent…
Meet Our New Speech-Language Pathologist, Amy Schiwitz
New Speech-Language Pathologist Amy Schiwitz We communicate every day. From a simple “hello” in…
Meet Our New Clinical Audiologist, Abby Turnbough!
Clinical Audiologist Abby Turnbough In life, it is important to “get in motion and…
Spring into Allergy and Sinus Relief
There are so many things to enjoy about the spring season. Baseball season, gardening, and…
3 ways to protect your hearing
Huh? What did you say? Can you repeat that one more time? It is one…
No Stuffy Noses Allowed!
Oh the joy of nasal congestion. It can come out of nowhere and is usually…
Why Am I Losing My Voice?
You don’t realize how much you miss the sound of your voice or ability to…
Am I a Good Candidate for Sinus Surgery?
Do I need Sinus Surgery? Headache, runny nose, nasal congestion, oh my! According to…
Allergies vs. Sinuses – What’s the Difference?
Allergies vs Sinuses Hello, allergy and sinus season! Between a stuffy nose, headache, and…