Ear, Nose, Throat Blog
According to national statistics, hearing loss is the third most common physical condition behind arthritis and heart disease, affecting people of all ages. Of the twenty-nine million people that could benefit from hearing aids, fewer than 20 percent have ever used them. Dr. Beverly Fulcher, an ENT physician at MENTSA shares how common hearing loss…
Read MoreMENTSA’s Beverly Fulcher, M.D. discusses why ear infections are so predominant with young children and how they can cause hearing loss. Statistics show that five of six children will have at least one ear infection by their third birthday. Dr. Beverly Fulcher, an ENT specialist with MENTSA, located in Flowood, Mississippi provides valuable information on…
Read MoreMENTSA’s Benjamin T. Jeffcoat, M.D. Discusses Diagnosing and Treating Nasal Obstructions The effects of patients suffering from nasal obstructions is commonly seen by the physicians at Mississippi Ear, Nose and Throat. Benjamin T. Jeffcoat, M.D. is a physician at MENTSA based in Flowood, Mississippi. Dr. Jeffcoat describes the diagnosis and treatment of nasal obstructions that…
Read MoreDr. Emily York and the MENTSA staff want you to know that May 31st is National Save Your Hearing Day. With the loud noises that people in Mississippi encounter while working, cheering for their favorite teams, hunting, watching fireworks and more, It is important to take some time to learn ways to protect you and…
Read MoreThe team of MENTSA physicians have extensive experience in treating chronic ear infections. This is a common health issue that troubles people in Central Mississippi, especially children. Children between the ages of six months and two years are the most susceptible to ear infections because of the size and shapes of their Eustachian tubes and…
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