Hearing aid batteries usually last anywhere from three days to several weeks, depending mainly on usage and battery type. If yours seem to give out sooner than that, a few simple checks can often tell you why. Audiologist Rachel Faga, Au.D., at San Diego Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists in Carlsbad can help you understand […]
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When one hearing aid suddenly seems quieter, sharper, or less clear than the other, it is hard to ignore. Hearing aids are designed to amplify sound in a way that feels natural, so if one sounds different, it should be examined. At San Diego Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists in Carlsbad, audiologist Rachel Faga, Au.D., […]
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Known clinically as tonsilloliths, tonsil stones are firm deposits that cause persistent oral discomfort if not properly evaluated. Our clinical team outlines safe at-home techniques and performs in-office procedures for stubborn, recurring tonsil stone cases. Learning how these calcified deposits develop helps you decide whether professional removal or alternative medical care is warranted. Pathophysiology: Why […]
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A sudden drop in hearing in one ear can be frightening and may leave those experiencing it unsure of their next steps. We provide immediate hearing assessments and coordinate urgent medical intervention when an acute auditory decline occurs. An acute sudden hearing loss demands prompt evaluation by an audiologist or ENT physician to initiate time-sensitive […]
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Tracking speech in busy dining venues can feel exhausting when environmental noise drowns out your hearing. Our audiology clinic conducts specialized testing to evaluate hearing in both quiet sound booths and noisy simulations to isolate the underlying cause. After uncovering the precise factors driving your difficult hearing, our team helps you select individualized auditory solutions. […]
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Cotton swabs may seem like convenient ear-cleaning tools, but inserting one into the ear canal can make cleaning harder over time and may damage your ears. Our audiology team evaluates whether cerumen accumulation requires clinical extraction and suggests techniques tailored to your auditory health. Healthy ears rarely require aggressive manual intervention; nevertheless, when blockage develops, […]
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Having the room suddenly spin as you lie down, turn in bed, or sit upright is an unsettling experience that often happens without notice. Experienced providers evaluate complex balance disturbances to establish whether benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is responsible. Through targeted clinical care, we guide individuals through the mechanics of BPPV and outline evidence-based […]
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Generally, coughing serves as a transient sign, routinely caused by a common cold, seasonal flu, or allergic response. Usually, the reflex subsides independently after a brief span. However, what is the situation when the symptom refuses to resolve? Should you endure persistent coughing across multiple days, it could point to more than a passing irritation. […]
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The overwhelming majority of people have persevered through episodes of painful swallowing periodically. As children, parents frequently explained it as swallowing down the “wrong pipe,” and we simply believed them. Now as adults, we demand a complete scientific picture of this symptom. Does it occur once and then resolve, or does it remain ongoing? This […]
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Numerous patients have felt acute soreness when attempting to swallow food or liquids. During our early years, parents frequently credited the issue to stray items taking the “wrong pipe,” which we never doubted. Growing into adulthood, we require a thorough analysis of what causes this condition. Is it a passing irritation or an ongoing problem? […]
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