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131. Seeing Eye to Eye—Talk to an Eye Doctor in Durham, NC about Cataracts

If you are worried about cataracts, know that you’re not alone. According to News in Health, a monthly newsletter from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), “About half of all Americans will either have cataracts or have had cataract surgery by the time they reach age 80.” If it turns out that if you do have cataracts, the good news is that modern treatments are easily available and are highly successful. News in Health cites...

132. Seeking out an Eye Doctor in Durham or Roxboro for your Glaucoma Solutions

Glaucoma, or damage to the optic nerve, is known as one of the precursors of permanent blindness that must be addressed and treated through an eye doctor in Durham, NC and other cities. However, new research shows that the treatment may need an extra component: Researchers at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine and Sun Yat-sen University in China have shown that acute glaucoma in mice is largely an...

133. Signia and Phonak Hearing Aids

North Carolina Eye, Ear, Nose & Throat sells, fits, and services Signia and Phonak Hearing Aids. If you run into problems with your hearing aid or have questions, please call our audiologists, like Jennifer Rollinson, at 919-595-2000. We'll do our best to help you troubleshoot.Both Signia and Phonak offer virtual support with Apps. Simply download the Signia App or myPhonak App to your mobile phone or tablet.  These apps allow...

134. Sleep Apnea Hits the Gas with “Snore & Roar”

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (OSAS)  My 1971 Mustang Mach 1 and I recently attended the “Snore & Roar” car show here in Durham on October 5th 2013. As you may notice, this show was put on to help raise awareness about Sleep Apnea. The most common form of this medical condition, known as Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (OSAS), affects many millions of Americans and is caused by recurring airway blockage during sleep. Affected...

135. Snoring - When to see the ENT?

Snoring is considered a social problem because it disturbs bed partners and family members. However, about 15% of people who snore also have obstructive sleep apnea, which is a medical problem. There is no easy way to distinguish between the two so if you or a loved one snore, discuss with your doctor whether you should be tested for sleep apnea. What Causes Snoring? Snoring is caused by the vibration of...