What to Know About BAER Testing
BAER, which stands for Brainstem Auditory Evoked Response, is a diagnostic test used to evaluate the auditory function of the brainstem. This non-invasive procedure provides valuable insights into hearing ability and auditory nerve function, helping healthcare professionals diagnose and manage hearing loss in infants and young children. Let’s explore how BAER testing is used. About…
Does Mild Hearing Loss Require Hearing Aids?
When you undergo a hearing test, your provider will define your hearing loss in decibels (dB). For example, if you have a 10 dB degree of hearing loss, that means you can hear sounds at or above 10 dB (approximately the sound of normal breathing). Your provider uses your decibel loss to define your level…
Tips For Dating with Hearing Loss
Navigating the dating world can be challenging enough, but when you have hearing loss, it adds another layer to the challenges of dating. You’re not alone, as 15% of American adults report some trouble hearing. Hearing loss can make it tough to catch every word in a conversation, which is particularly problematic in noisy environments…
How To Prepare for Your First Audiology Visit
Many of us haven’t had a hearing screening since grade school. The long stretch between hearing tests can make your first audiology visit as an adult seem a little daunting. Before you attend your first audiology visit, look at a few of our tips to ensure you get the most out of your appointment. Do…
How Hearing Aids Can Strengthen Your Friendships
Presbycusis, also known as age-related hearing loss, is a common form of hearing loss among older adults. Nearly 25% of individuals aged between 65 and 74 experience significant hearing loss. This can make it challenging to converse with friends and family, sometimes making it difficult to connect with others. Hearing aids, equipped with advanced technologies…
What Is Musical Ear?
Hearing music in your ear that you can’t attribute to an external source may be a little alarming at first. Learning about the potential reasons you may be experiencing this phenomenon is a great way to alleviate your stress. Musical ear is one such reason why you may hear musical sounds, harmonics, melodies or rhythms…
What to Know About Tinnitus During Pregnancy
Tinnitus, ringing or buzzing in one or both ears, is a common side effect during pregnancy. It affects one in three pregnant women and is the most common ear symptom experienced by women during pregnancy. If you’ve noticed a ringing in your ears or are experiencing hearing problems during a lunch date to Cox Cafe, schedule an…
Can Viruses Cause Permanent Hearing Loss?
More than 1.5 billion people have hearing loss. Common hearing loss causes include age, loud noise exposure, physical trauma and viruses or illnesses. What Viruses and Illnesses Cause Hearing Loss Hearing loss from a virus may be due to damage to the cochlea from high fever or another aspect of the virus itself. Viruses and…
Company Culture Is an Important Part of ENT Center of Central Georgia
At The ENT Center of Central Georgia, we’re dedicated to providing the best experience for our patients. This work starts internally with building a supportive culture for our staff, so in turn we can provide outstanding care for our patients. On Global Company Culture Day, Sept. 18, we’re reflecting on the values we strive to…
How to Protect Your Ears While Woodworking
Loud noise exposure is one of the most preventable causes of hearing loss, but there are certain noisy professions where it can be difficult to avoid. Woodworking is one profession where you may find yourself consistently exposed to hazardous noise levels. Hearing loss can impact many aspects of your life by reducing the ease of…
