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Nov
Will Hearing Aids Help Vertigo?
For many, hearing aids have been a life-changing solution to hearing loss, enhancing sound clarity and quality. But did you know that in some cases, hearing aids may also help manage vertigo?At Florida ENT Associates (FENTA), we understand the complex relationship between hearin...
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Nov
Why Snoring is Bad for Your Health
At Florida ENT Associates, we understand that snoring isn't just a simple inconvenience. For many, it’s a nightly disruption that can signal deeper health issues, impacting everything from heart function to mental clarity. Snoring, particularly when persistent, affect...
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Oct
Can Allergies Make You Cough?
If you've ever experienced a persistent cough during allergy season, you may wonder if allergies could be to blame. Yes, allergies can make you cough, and the symptoms can be frustrating and uncomfortable. Fortunately, with proper management and treatment, you don't have to...
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Oct
How Do Cochlear Implants Stay On?
Cochlear implants are transformative technology that helps individuals with severe hearing loss experience sound again. If you're exploring your hearing restoration options, you may wonder how these advanced devices stay on. Florida ENT Associates is here to explain the sim...
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Jun
Re-Evaluate: Penicillin Allergy Testing
Penicillin was the world's first mass-produced drug that could clear a bacterial infection, and today several antibiotics are in the penicillin class, allowing the drug to save countless lives. Some patients may develop adverse reactions to penicillin, but less than 1% of populat...
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May
National Better Hearing Month
National Hearing Month is coming to an end, but at The Barranco Clinc, we are committed to supporting innovative hearing and balance science. Read on and take control of your hearing health today! May is National Better Hearing Month, and at the Barranco ENT Clinic our goa...
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Jan
What is Tinnitus?
Tinnitus is a hearing condition, which is estimated to affect about 15 percent of the population. Tinnitus involves hearing a buzzing, ringing, or whooshing in your ears when the sound is not actually present. This issue affects about 1 in every 10 Americans and is more prevalent...
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Jan
Is Vocal Paralysis Treatable?
In addition to producing sound, your vocal cords are responsible for protecting your windpipe from saliva, drink, and food. Vocal cord paralysis is when nerve impulses to the larynx are disrupted, causing paralysis to the muscles. It can be caused by certain cancers, infections...
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Jan
How Long Will My Hearing Aids Last?
When selecting hearing aids, you want them to last as long as possible. Modern, high-quality hearing aids will typically last for three to seven years, but two people can buy the same hearing aids and have them last quite different amounts of time. So, what can you do to ensure t...
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Jan
Choosing an ENT for My Child
Our children are precious, and we want the best for them. When choosing a doctor, whether an ENT (ear, nose, and throat specialist) or any medical professional, you want to ensure your child has a positive experience and the most effective treatments available. The right EN...
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