MONROE · DOWNRIVER · NORTHERN TOLEDO
Hearing & balance
A clearer picture of what has changed.
Hearing changes, ringing in the ears, dizziness, or balance concerns deserve attention. Monroe ENT Associates provides hearing and balance evaluations to help guide the next steps in your care.
New and established patients can make an appointment through the portal. Call the office if you need help accessing it.
Hearing concerns
Tell us when you first noticed a change and whether it affects one ear or both. Bring previous hearing-test results if available. Changes that affect conversations or everyday activities are useful details to share with your clinician.
Dizziness and balance concerns
Balance problems can have more than one cause. Describe whether you feel spinning, lightheaded, or unsteady, how long an episode lasts, and what seems to bring it on. Your medical history and medications can also be relevant to the evaluation.
- When the symptoms started
- Whether symptoms come and go or remain constant
- Any associated hearing changes
- Falls or concerns about your safety
Evaluation and follow-up
The practice offers hearing and balance testing to help inform care decisions. The specific evaluation and next steps depend on your concerns and the clinician’s findings. Ask what each recommendation is intended to assess and how to arrange follow-up.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Before your visit
What should I do about a sudden loss of hearing?
Seek medical care immediately. Sudden hearing loss is a medical emergency; do not wait for a routine portal appointment or assume it is caused by wax, allergies, or a sinus problem.
Does dizziness always come from the inner ear?
No. Balance problems can have different causes. Describe your symptoms and medical history so the clinician can discuss an appropriate evaluation.
Should I bring previous test results?
Yes, if available. Hearing and balance records can help inform your visit. Call the office for instructions if another clinician holds those records.
YOUR NEXT STEP
Ready to talk with our team?
Schedule a routine appointment through the patient portal, or call our Monroe office for help arranging your visit.
PATIENT EDUCATION
This information is educational and does not replace an individual medical evaluation.