Do Allergies & Asthma Increase My Risk of Nasal Polyps?
Nasal polyps are noncancerous growths that form in the lining of the nasal and sinus passages. They are normally soft and shaped like teardrops or grapes. There is typically no pain associated with nasal polyps. Long-term inflammation is usually the cause of nasal polyps. We review more about the connection between allergies, asthma and nasal…
How to Enjoy Podcasts with Hearing Loss
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “In 2019, 7.1% of adults aged 45 and over used a hearing aid.” If you’re among this population and you either enjoy listening to podcasts or are trying to get into one, we review tips for how to get the most out of them below. Use…
How To Clean Earwax Off Your Hearing Aids
Earwax plays an essential role in keeping your ears healthy. However, too much can cause problems, especially for your hearing aids. How Too Much Earwax Damages Hearing Aids Earwax buildup is one of the leading reasons for hearing aid repair. This is because, over time, earwax can reduce function and degrade parts of your hearing…
Here’s How Hearing Aids Can Improve Your Love Life
Investing in hearing aids doesn’t just improve your quality of life, but also your partner’s. In fact, one study found, “Before the provision of a hearing aid significant others experienced difficulties with person-to-person conversation, with group conversation and in viewing (listening to) television of the same order as did the hearing impaired individual. After the…
Dr. Frank Mauldin Retires From Carolina ENT
After 30 years of practice in the Hickory community, Dr. Frank Mauldin retired on Dec. 31, 2022. Dr. Frank Mauldin joined Carolina ENT in 2011 and has spent the last decade in service to our patients, their families and our broader community. We thank him for his dedication to ensuring the health and wellness of…
Why You Should Treat Your Hearing Loss This Year
Hearing loss is extremely common. In fact, according to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, “One in eight people in the United States (13 percent, or 30 million) aged 12 years or older has hearing loss in both ears, based on standard hearing examinations.” But despite its prevalence, only one in five…
How To Try New Foods When You Have Food Allergies
Roughly 32 million people have food allergies in the United States. If you are one of them, or if you have a child with food allergies, you may be hesitant when it comes to trying new foods. While it may be daunting, by following a few practical guidelines, you can safely introduce new foods while…
Winter Allergies 101: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, “In 2018, approximately 24 million people in the U.S. were diagnosed with seasonal allergic rhinitis (hay fever). This equals around 8% (19.2 million) of adults and 7% (5.2 million) of children.” While you may think of hay fever being a spring and summer phenomenon, some people…
Tips for Trick-or-Treating With Hearing Aids
It’s officially October, which means it’s almost time to find a costume, pick out the best pumpkin from Devine Farms, and get ready to take the kids trick-or-treating. If your child uses hearing aids to treat their hearing loss, you may want to take a few extra steps before heading out for Halloween. Factor in…
The Do’s & Don’ts of Hearing Aids
Hearing aids have the essential job of connecting you to the world around you and allowing you to communicate with those you love the most. Because of this, you’ll want to protect your important investment as much as possible. In order to care for your hearing aids properly, follow this list of do’s and don’ts….