For the past 90 years, May has been the month where people with and without hearing loss come together to help spread awareness. Created by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), the goal of this month-long event is to raise awareness of hearing loss and speech problems. The theme for 2018 is “Communication for All.” Communicating Read More
Surgery Options for Sinus Infections
Do you feel like you have tried every pill at the pharmacy to treat your sinus condition with little to no change in your symptoms? Unfortunately, this is not uncommon. This is when your Las Vegas doctor may recommend a surgical solution. Conditions that can be treated with nasal or sinus surgery include: Nasal blockage Read More
Can Tinnitus be Cured?
Tinnitus is more common than you might think – nearly 20 percent of individuals in Las Vegas and throughout the country report some degree of it. Even though it affects so many people, most never see a doctor about it. Why? Because they believe it is just something they have to live with. What is Read More
What Is a Deviated Septum?
Your nasal cavity is divided in half by bone and cartilage. A deviated septum occurs when that dividing wall becomes off center or crooked. A severe enough deviated septum can cause breathing difficulties and chronic sinus conditions that require treatment. What Causes a Deviated Septum? As your Las Vegas otolaryngologist explains it, there are two Read More
Can Skin Rashes Be Caused by Allergies?
Has your skin ever felt like it was on fire while living in Las Vegas, Nevada? If so, you have probably experienced one of the many types of skin rashes. Normally, if something were wrong with your skin, a dermatologist would be the first person you would schedule a visit with. But I’m here to Read More
Can Hearing Aids Get Wet?
I don’t know about you, but I feel like I spend more time than I should trying to decide if I can get my belongings wet. This is where your Las Vegas audiologist has you covered by taking the guesswork out of it. Can you get your hearing aids wet? No. Hearing aids are like any Read More
What is a Sinus Infection?
Suffering from a mild sinus infection can be quite annoying. Common symptoms include nasal congestion and discharge, postnasal drip, sore throat, facial pressure and swelling, loss of smell and taste, headache, fever, fatigue and bad breath. The good news is that you are not alone; experts estimate nearly 37 million Americans have suffered from a Read More
Halloween and Food Allergies
When the nights are cool and the pumpkin spiced lattes are back in your neighborhood coffee shop, you know fall is here. And with that comes Halloween. If you have a child with food allergies, you know how hard this holiday can be for them. Food Allergies Food allergies are quite common. Researchers estimate that Read More
The Benefits of Hearing Aids
What do hearing aids do anyway? They don’t work well and make anyone who wears them look 100 years old. This is a common opinion held by the millions of Americans with hearing loss who choose not to seek treatment. But your Las Vegas audiologist is here to tell you otherwise. Not only are modern Read More
School and Food Allergies
Starting the school year is scary enough for your child; having a food allergy in a new situation can make it downright terrifying. Fortunately, your Las Vegas allergist has put together a plan that both you and your child can follow to start the year off on a safe foot. Food allergy planning with the Read More
