Three Causes of a Ruptured Eardrum
Few people in Lexington or Columbia give their ears a second thought. Most of the time they do their jobs quite well, allowing us to hear and maintain our balance. But should you have the misfortune of experiencing a burst eardrum, suddenly your ears will be all you can think about! Signs of a Ruptured…
Dr. Jessica Minnick has Joined the Team
CENTA Medical Group is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Jessica Minnick! Dr. Minnick earned her Doctor of Audiology at the University of Louisville and completed her clinical externship at the Cleveland Clinic. She has completed research investigating elderly fall prevention and has worked with the head and neck cancer populations. Dr. Minnick is…
Spin Class and Hearing Loss
If you’re like many people in Lexington, you’ve made a new year’s resolution or two. Perhaps you want to drop a few pounds and are vowing to eat more broccoli and take up an exercise regimen. We certainly applaud your efforts but joining a gym can have unintended negative consequences. Certain exercises could actually be…
CENTA Medical Group is pleased to announce the board certification of Dr. Aaron M. Hilton!
Dr. Hilton first became interested in ear, nose and throat (ENT) field while studying anatomy in his first year of medical school at Florida State College of Medicine. The desire to focus on this area of medicine grew as he participated in extensive research related to chronic sinusitis during his residency at the University of…
What is Causing My Sore Throat?
If you’ve got an itchy, scratchy or sore throat in Lexington, you may be coming down with a cold. In most cases, your discomfort will clear up in a couple of days. But sometimes, a sore throat can be an indicator of a more serious condition such as strep throat or tonsillitis. Understanding what is…
Over the River and Through the Woods: Holiday Travel with Hearing Aids
They say there’s no place like home for the holidays, but many people hit the roads or fly the friendly skies to visit with relatives this time of year. If you have hearing loss in Lexington and are planning on traveling for the holidays, we’ve got some tips to make your experience a bit less…
Hearing Loss and Osteoporosis
If you’ve been diagnosed with osteoporosis in Lexington, you should schedule an appointment with an audiologist, according to a growing body of research. What does a bone density disease have to do with hearing loss? Plenty, it turns out. Understanding Osteoporosis Osteoporosis affects around 54 million Americans – a pretty sizable number that translates to…
Why Are You Dizzy?
Dizziness is a very common condition across the United States. About 15 percent of people in Lexington will experience dizziness at least once this year. Most of the time it’s brief in nature and nothing to worry about; simply standing up too quickly can trigger feelings of unsteadiness. But if you’re experiencing regular bouts of…
Food Allergies & Halloween: The Teal Pumpkin Project
Autumn makes its presence known in Lexington and Columbia through colorful fall foliage, harvest festivals, and college football (Go, Gamecocks!). Another sure sign of the season is the appearance of teal pumpkins on doorsteps. With October designated as National Audiology Awareness Month, we thought we’d take the opportunity to let you know what’s up with…
What Causes Ear Infections?
Ear infections are so common, many Lexington parents probably wish their local ENT clinic installed a revolving door or offered a punch card, with every fifth visit free! If you have noticed that children are especially susceptible to ear infections, you are not mistaken. Five out of six children will have at least one ear…