Many patients often wonder WHY they continue to have sinus problems. What’s the root cause and the driving force behind sinus headaches, drainage, congestion, and pain? The answer is inflammation, and knowing what this means will result in a better…
When you think of “good hygiene” you may immediately come up with washing your hands, brushing your teeth, showering often, and keeping your nails clipped. But did you realize that there is such a thing as “vocal hygiene,” and that…
Hearing Loss & Cognitive Decline There are many risks associated with hearing loss that can negatively affect quality of life. One such factor is that people who have hearing loss are more at risk of experiencing cognitive decline. Those…
Days spent at the pool, nights around the bonfire, hours spent playing outside in the grass. While these are all wonderful things about summer, they can also cause inflammation of your sinuses, which then may lead to sinus problems. At…
By Amy Pittman, ExcelENT Speech-Language Pathologist You are having trouble swallowing, and maybe you are also experiencing very bad acid reflux. What kind of doctor do you think you should see? For many, the answer is to make an appointment…
While many ENTs offer services related to speech and hearing, at ExcelENT of Alabama, we offer something that’s a little unique, which is full speech and hearing rehabilitation. But why might someone need these services? At the very heart of…
Nasal Polyps & Dupixent ExcelENT of Alabama is very excited to introduce a new biologic option to treat and manage sinus conditions for patients that could have been candidates for sinus surgery in the past. The sinus specialists of…
Hearing Aid Myths “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 aids.…
Chronic Sinusitis Do you feel like every time you turn around, you're getting another sinus infection? Are you constantly complaining about sinus pain and discomfort? You may have a condition known as chronic sinusitis. Nearly 30 million American adults…
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…