Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss is Sometimes Misdiagnosed
For most people with hearing loss in Albany, the condition develops gradually. It can take years before you even realize you have a problem. Once in a while, hearing loss doesn’t take long at all to set in – it can happen suddenly, without warning. Naturally, this can be frightening! Even worse? The condition is…
10 Things Your Ears Can Tell You About Your Health
Your ears are more than simply handle vessels for collecting and funneling sounds to the brain. They make excellent eyeglass supports! AND they can tell you a lot about your health if you know what signs to look for. Pretty impressive, huh? Ears Provide Clues About Your Physical Health Your Albany audiologist says a cursory…
Summer Nosebleeds: Causes and Cures
Nosebleeds in Albany are extremely common and tend to worsen during the summer months when temperatures are warmer. They can be frightening, especially for the uninitiated – nobody likes to see blood gushing from bodily orifices! – but most times they are perfectly harmless. Knowing how to treat a nosebleed correctly will help you get…
Age Increases Risk of Hearing Loss & Cognitive Decline
A lot of things happen as we grow older. Some of them are good (senior discounts!) while others are less pleasant (receding hairline, anybody?). Hearing loss falls under the second category. It isn’t an inevitable part of aging, but the older you get, the more likely you are to experience a decline in hearing ability…
Why am I Dizzy?
Most people in Albany have experienced an occasional episode of dizziness. It’s usually no cause for concern, but if experience frequent bouts of unsteadiness it’s a good idea to err on the side of caution and make an appointment with an audiologist as dizziness can occasionally indicate a more serious underlying issue. What is Dizziness?…
Celebrate World Voice Day on April 16
Most Albany residents probably take their voices for granted. Like breathing and yawning, it takes little effort to speak – unless you are suffering from a vocal disorder. Keeping your voice healthy and preventing further damage should be a priority for everybody; there’s even a day to commemorate the importance of practicing good vocal habits:…
How Hearing Loss Affects Mental Health
It’s estimated that about one in five adults suffers from hearing loss in Albany. If you fall into this category, we hope you are seeking treatment. Untreated hearing loss is a nationwide epidemic that poses serious risks to your health – not just your physical health but your mental well-being. Hearing Impairment & Cognitive Disorders…
Surprising Causes of Hearing Loss in Albany
Hearing loss is one of the most common physical health conditions in Albany, affecting more people than all other medical disorders except arthritis and heart disease. That may come as an eye-opener to you! You might also be surprised to learn about some of the everyday causes of hearing loss overlooked by many. Aging, Noise…
Traditional vs. Implantable Hearing Aids
Hearing loss in Albany affects about one in five people. The majority are able to treat their impairment successfully with hearing aids, but those with severe to profound hearing loss or deafness can’t be helped by traditional hearing aids. These individuals are likely to benefit from implantable hearing aids instead. What Are Implantable Hearing Aids?…
Congratulations to Our Top Docs!
We are proud to announce that two of our doctors, Dr. Setzen and Dr. Andelson have been nominated as Top Doctors of Albany, NY by Castle Connolly! Since 1991, Castle Connolly has been identifying the nation’s best doctors per region and specialty. A Top Doctors award is based on peer nominations and professional assessments. Dr….