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What Happens After an Allergy Diagnosis
You scheduled an allergy test, and now you have a diagnosis of what exactly is causing your allergy symptoms: congratulations! This kind of knowledge brings clarity and peace of mind, and it informs your next…
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Why Consistent Hearing Monitoring Matters (Even When Symptoms Stay the Same)
We’ve written before on the benefits of getting your hearing tested regularly, but we also know that it might feel like a waste of time if you’re getting your hearing checked every year and there…
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Speech-In-Noise Testing: What It Is and Why It’s Important
Did you know that there are several different types of hearing tests? The pure-tone test is the most common, and it measures your auditory thresholds (i.e., the softest volume at which you can hear), but…
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Five Signs It’s Time for a Repeat Hearing Test
Your hearing aids are vital instruments of communication and connection, and your audiologist programmed them especially for your hearing needs. Hearing needs change, however. Most types of hearing loss are progressive, meaning your hearing will…
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How Hearing Test Results Guide Personalized Care Plans
The results of your hearing test will be printed out on a chart known as an audiogram. You can think of this audiogram as your hearing prescription: it details what type of hearing loss you…
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From First Screening to Ongoing Care: What to Expect from a Long-Term Hearing Wellness Plan
Nearly 30 million people in the United States need hearing aids, so if you’ve noticed that your hearing has changed over the past few years, you’re not alone. Treating hearing loss can seem like a…
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Frequently Asked Questions: Your First Hearing Evaluation
You’ve scheduled a hearing evaluation, and the appointment is on the calendar. Taking the first step in your hearing journey is incredibly exciting, but it can also be a little daunting. We at are here…
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New Year, New Hearing Check: How Early Detection Protects Hearing Health
Even if you don’t have symptoms of hearing loss or suspect that you have any issues with your hearing, it’s prudent to get your hearing tested every few years, especially as you age. Detecting hearing…
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Charleston ENT’s Hearing Health Resolutions
Happy New Year! If you’ve made New Year’s Resolutions this year, consider adding in some hearing health-related resolutions in addition to resolutions to exercise more and save more money. Here are the resolutions on our…
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Staying on Top of Allergy Shots in the Winter
If you’re taking allergy shots, you’re aware of their importance in maintaining and alleviating allergies. Whether you’re in the build-up phase or the maintenance phase, it’s critical to be consistent with your allergist visits. However,…
