Miso Unhappy: When Common Sounds Provoke Uncommon Responses
Have you ever experienced a sound that has set you on edge, made your skin crawl or provoked a similar over-the-top response? Many of us have those cringeworthy moments every night while watching the news but imagine experiencing a reaction like that over otherwise mundane, inconsequential, everyday sounds. As many as 15 percent of South…
We Told You Sticking a Cotton Swab in Your Ear Was Dangerous!
You’ve probably heard that it’s never a good idea to stick things in your ears. This applies to buttons, marbles, coins, fists and even objects seemingly designed for that very purpose. If you’re in the habit of cleaning your ears with cotton swabs, you’ll probably be cured of this desire by the time you have…
Why Hearing Aid Counseling is Important
One out of five people will be diagnosed with hearing loss in Lexington. Fortunately, most of them should be able to benefit from treatment with hearing aids. As great as these devices are, it takes a while to get used to wearing them and understanding everything they are capable of, as well as their limitations….
Why Should You Have a Hearing Screening?
Impaired hearing is one of the most widespread physical health conditions in the U.S. How prevalent is it? About one in five people will be diagnosed with hearing loss in Lexington. While hearing aids are a great solution for the majority of patients, not all who have hearing loss are aware of their condition. This…
Sinusitis: Why it’s Worse in the Winter
You probably don’t associate sinus infections with wintertime, but for the 37 million Americans who experience them every year, there is no such thing as the “offseason.” In fact, sinus symptoms are often worse in the winter months. Even in South Carolina, where winter weather is far less extreme than in many other parts…
Tips for Beating a Wintertime Sore Throat
Winter in South Carolina is obviously not as brutal as it is in Minnesota or North Dakota, but the cold can still limit your activities and keep you indoors. Unfortunately, it’s also the prime time of year for sore throats. If a scratchy, sore throat has you down for the count, there are steps you…
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…