Causes of Chronic Cough
A cough that just won’t go away is one of the most common reasons for a visit to the doctor. Many people initially visit their primary care physician, but if the issue isn’t easily resolved, other doctors and specialists may…
Major Jumps in Hearing Device Technology You Should Know About
New Hearing Device Technology at ExcelENT of Alabama The world of hearing devices can be a little confusing. There are so many different brands and so many features to consider. While hearing aids are available by mail order or…
The Driving Force Behind All Sinus Issues: Inflammation
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…
Do You Have Good Vocal Hygiene?
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
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…
The Cause of Your Summer Sinus Issues: Inflammation
Why Do I Have Problems With My Sinus In The Summer? The Cause: Inflammation - ExcelENT Alabama Days spent at the pool, nights around the bonfire, hours spent playing outside in the grass. While these are all wonderful things about…
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. What kind of doctor do you think you should see? For many, the answer is to make an appointment with a gastroenterologist who specializes in…
Speech and Hearing Rehabilitation: Conversations with ExcelENT Experts
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…
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 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 ExcelENT…
6 hearing aid myths debunked
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…