Hearing loss can run in families, though family members aren’t always equally susceptible. At North Hills Hearing & Balance Center on Norwood Drive in Hurst, audiologists Rebecca W. McDonald, Au.D., F-AAA, Tracey Doria, Au.D., CCC-A, F-AAA, and Brianna Cumiskey, Au.D., CCC-A, F-AAA, evaluate hearing in the context of your family history so you can understand
Hearing aid batteries usually last anywhere from three days to several weeks, depending mainly on usage and battery type. Style plays a part too: the hearing aids with the least room inside, such as completely-in-canal models, usually have shorter battery life than larger designs. North Hills Hearing & Balance Center audiologists Rebecca W. McDonald, Au.D.,
A few minutes of care each night can decide whether your hearing aids sound crisp or muffled the next morning. A consistent hearing aid cleaning routine keeps your devices working well and prevents wax and moisture from interfering with sound. Our audiologists at North Hills Hearing & Balance Center in Hurst, TX, Rebecca W. McDonald,
You put in both hearing aids, start a conversation, and one ear seems to carry more of the load. Hearing aids are designed to amplify sound in a way that feels natural, so when one sounds different or less clear than its partner, it should be examined. At North Hills Hearing & Balance Center in
When one or both ears feel full and voices start to sound muffled, earwax is the usual suspect. But what if there’s no wax to explain it? At North Hills Hearing & Balance Center, the hearing clinic of North Hills ENT in Hurst, TX, audiologists Rebecca W. McDonald, Au.D., F-AAA, Tracey Doria, Au.D., CCC-A, F-AAA,
A hoarse voice lasting a day or two is common after a cold or excessive talking. Voice changes persisting for more than a few weeks should always be evaluated thoroughly. Our physicians visualize the larynx and vocal folds to determine the primary factor sustaining your vocal alteration. Patients should prioritize protecting their voice and seek
Tonsil stones are small, hardened deposits that cause annoying, sometimes persistent, health issues if not properly addressed. Our ENT clinic offers evidence-based at-home regimens as well as in-office interventions for complex cases with lingering symptoms. Familiarizing yourself with tonsil stone etiology and symptom management determines whether you require professional removal or advanced treatment. Etiology: What
Migraines don’t always present as severe headaches; in fact, a vestibular migraine mainly affects balance, motion perception, and spatial orientation. At our ENT clinic, we investigate recurring dizzy spells to verify whether vestibular migraine or a distinct balance pathology is driving symptoms. Securing effective migraine treatment requires identifying your specific symptom profile and discussing those
Restaurant conversations can be difficult to follow when environmental noise competes with your focus and hearing. Our audiology clinic conducts specialized testing to evaluate hearing in both quiet sound booths and noisy simulations to isolate the underlying cause. After diagnosing the source of your difficult hearing, we design targeted interventions tailored to your listening needs.
Your nose does more than help you breathe. This vital organ traps airborne debris, controls humidity, and preserves olfactory sharpness. Dividing the left and right nostrils is the nasal septum, an internal structure composed of cartilage and bone. When the septum is straight, airflow is balanced. When this wall drifts off-center, resulting in a deviated
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. Ears don’t always need manual cleaning; however, if wax builds up,
At what stage does your child require a consultation with an ENT specialist? This concern is commonly voiced by families dealing with lingering earaches, stubborn sinus problems, or ongoing throat conditions. While general pediatric practitioners address basic childhood conditions, distinct complications necessitate intervention by an Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) specialist. Key Symptoms Suggesting Your
