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Angela Rae Sieh ceretto

Audiologist

<p>Angela Sieh Ceretto is an audiologist practicing in SIOUX FALLS, SD. Angela Sieh Ceretto evaluates, diagnoses and treats hearing loss, balance issues and tinnitus. Audiologists can care for patients of all ages and treat almost all types of hearing loss. As an audiologist, Angela Sieh Ceretto takes part in services like prescribing and fitting hearing aids, recommending assisted listening devices and providing hearing rehabilitation. Audiologists can work in a number of settings such as hospitals, schools, clinics, private practices as well as government, military and VA hospitals.</p>
23 years Experience
Angela Rae Sieh ceretto
  • Sioux Falls, South Dakota
  • University of South Dakota
  • Accepting new patients

Ringing in ears after cold. What do I do?

Watchful waiting. Your symptoms may have subsided, but your middle ear pressure may take a little more time to recover. Give it a week to 10 days, if the ringing persists, see READ MORE
Watchful waiting. Your symptoms may have subsided, but your middle ear pressure may take a little more time to recover. Give it a week to 10 days, if the ringing persists, see an audiologist for a comprehensive test.    Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA Audiologist Pinnacle Audiology, LLC 6809 S. Minnesota Ave., Suite 101 605-306-4481  

Cause of heart beat sound in left ear?

I recommend you see an Ear, Nose and Throat physician to rule out any type of vascular problems.    Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA Audiologist Pinnacle Audiology, LLC READ MORE
I recommend you see an Ear, Nose and Throat physician to rule out any type of vascular problems.    Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA Audiologist Pinnacle Audiology, LLC 6809 S. Minnesota Ave., Suite 101 605-306-4481  

Can conductive hearing loss be corrected?

Sometimes a conductive hearing loss can be corrected surgically, depending on the reason for the conductive loss. All conductive hearing losses should be evaluated by an ENT physician READ MORE
Sometimes a conductive hearing loss can be corrected surgically, depending on the reason for the conductive loss. All conductive hearing losses should be evaluated by an ENT physician for possible medical intervention prior to being fit with a hearing aid.    Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA Audiologist Pinnacle Audiology, LLC 6809 S. Minnesota Ave., Suite 101 605-306-4481  

What's the normal hearing range for a child?

15 dB or less at all test frequencies.    Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA Audiologist Pinnacle Audiology, LLC 6809 S. Minnesota Ave., Suite 101 605-306-4481  

Is a hearing test needed after a loud concert?

Give your ears a few days to recover. If the ringing continues in a couple weeks, contact an audiologist for a comprehensive test.    Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA READ MORE
Give your ears a few days to recover. If the ringing continues in a couple weeks, contact an audiologist for a comprehensive test.    Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA Audiologist Pinnacle Audiology, LLC 6809 S. Minnesota Ave., Suite 101 605-306-4481  

How can I get rid of swimmer's ear at home?

I would recommend you see your primary care physician or an ear nose and throat physician for treatment with antibiotics.      Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA Audiologist READ MORE
I would recommend you see your primary care physician or an ear nose and throat physician for treatment with antibiotics.      Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA Audiologist Pinnacle Audiology, LLC 6809 S. Minnesota Ave., Suite 101 605-306-4481  

I think I'm partially deaf--what should I do?

A comprehensive audiogram is necessary. Most likely you can be treated with hearing aids.    Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA Audiologist Pinnacle Audiology, LLC 6809 READ MORE
A comprehensive audiogram is necessary. Most likely you can be treated with hearing aids.    Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA Audiologist Pinnacle Audiology, LLC 6809 S. Minnesota Ave., Suite 101 605-306-4481  

Which hearing aids work the best?

The best hearing aid is the one that is well fit and she will wear. I encourage you to see an audiologist who offers multiple manufacturers to find a system that sounds good to READ MORE
The best hearing aid is the one that is well fit and she will wear. I encourage you to see an audiologist who offers multiple manufacturers to find a system that sounds good to her and then utilizes real ear measures get the best fit.    Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA Audiologist Pinnacle Audiology, LLC 6809 S. Minnesota Ave., Suite 101 605-306-4481  

Is partial deafness possible after an ear infection?

Return to your provider to verify that the infection is going and the middle ear space does not still have fluid that may be damping your hearing down. 

Loss of hearing after car accident. How will it be treated?

You will need to have a comprehensive hearing test to determine your current hearing status. Unfortunately, if you have not had a hearing test within the past two years with which READ MORE
You will need to have a comprehensive hearing test to determine your current hearing status. Unfortunately, if you have not had a hearing test within the past two years with which to compare, there is not way to definitively determine that the car accident CAUSED the hearing loss. Unless there is observable physical damage to the peripheral auditory system or a head injury in the temporal area. If a hearing loss is diagnosed and it is sensorineural in nature, you will be likely treated with hearing aids.      Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA Audiologist Pinnacle Audiology, LLC 6809 S. Minnesota Ave., Suite 101 605-306-4481  

My mother is falling down often. Could it be a balance issues?

Is she reporting dizziness or a spinning sensation and if so is she nauseous or unable to function? Those symptoms would indicate true vertigo. If that is not the case, falls can READ MORE
Is she reporting dizziness or a spinning sensation and if so is she nauseous or unable to function? Those symptoms would indicate true vertigo. If that is not the case, falls can be caused by other factors, including hearing loss, neuropathy in the feet and cardiovascular problems. Frequent falls require a medical evaluation and a hearing test.    Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA Audiologist Pinnacle Audiology, LLC 6809 S. Minnesota Ave., Suite 101 605-306-4481  

Is it okay if my mother just sleeps with her hearing aid?

It is fine as long as the battery gets charged or changed so the aid is in fact functioning and not serving as an ear plug.    Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA Audiologist READ MORE
It is fine as long as the battery gets charged or changed so the aid is in fact functioning and not serving as an ear plug.    Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA Audiologist Pinnacle Audiology, LLC 6809 S. Minnesota Ave., Suite 101 605-306-4481  

I work with headphones for a long time. Can it affect my hearing?

Keep the volume down to avoid hearing damage. Any sound 85 dB or higher can damage hearing with prolonged exposure.    Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA Audiologist Pinnacle READ MORE
Keep the volume down to avoid hearing damage. Any sound 85 dB or higher can damage hearing with prolonged exposure.    Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA Audiologist Pinnacle Audiology, LLC 6809 S. Minnesota Ave., Suite 101 605-306-4481  

I had an ear drum repair surgery four months back and now its again infected. What should I do?

Contact your ENT physician for evaluation and treatment.    Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA Audiologist Pinnacle Audiology, LLC 6809 S. Minnesota Ave., Suite 101 605-306-4481 READ MORE
Contact your ENT physician for evaluation and treatment.    Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA Audiologist Pinnacle Audiology, LLC 6809 S. Minnesota Ave., Suite 101 605-306-4481  

When is a hearing aid recommended for patient?

As soon as a hearing loss is identified. Even a mild hearing loss has detrimental impacts on the brain.    Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA Audiologist Pinnacle Audiology, READ MORE
As soon as a hearing loss is identified. Even a mild hearing loss has detrimental impacts on the brain.    Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA Audiologist Pinnacle Audiology, LLC 6809 S. Minnesota Ave., Suite 101 605-306-4481  

How to treat it

Using the ear phones is fine as long as you keep the decibel level down. Anything over 85 dB for 4 hours or more can lead to hearing loss. Turn the volume down, and use ear phones READ MORE
Using the ear phones is fine as long as you keep the decibel level down. Anything over 85 dB for 4 hours or more can lead to hearing loss. Turn the volume down, and use ear phones with external sound reduction, so you don't feel compelled to turn the volume up. Have your hearing tested by an audiologist so you have a baseline test and then monitor your hearing with a hearing test every 2 years.    Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA Audiologist Pinnacle Audiology, LLC 6809 S. Minnesota Ave., Suite 101 605-306-4481  

Aspirin tinnitus

Aspirin is ototoxic (toxic to the ear) in large quantities. Fortunately it it transient and you should recover spontaneously. I hope that you find yourself in a better space and READ MORE
Aspirin is ototoxic (toxic to the ear) in large quantities. Fortunately it it transient and you should recover spontaneously. I hope that you find yourself in a better space and you are receiving support and help for the emotional pain that led you to this situation.    Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA Audiologist Pinnacle Audiology, LLC 6809 S. Minnesota Ave., Suite 101 605-306-4481  

Can vertigo lead to other problems?

Vertigo with hearing loss should be immediately evaluated by an Ear, Nose & Throat physician.    Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA Audiologist Pinnacle Audiology, LLC 6809 READ MORE
Vertigo with hearing loss should be immediately evaluated by an Ear, Nose & Throat physician.    Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA Audiologist Pinnacle Audiology, LLC 6809 S. Minnesota Ave., Suite 101 605-306-4481  

Can an ear infection cause hearing damage?

Yes it can. I encourage you to have a comprehensive evaluation by an audiologist.    Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA Audiologist Pinnacle Audiology, LLC 6809 S. Minnesota READ MORE
Yes it can. I encourage you to have a comprehensive evaluation by an audiologist.    Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA Audiologist Pinnacle Audiology, LLC 6809 S. Minnesota Ave., Suite 101 605-306-4481  

How long is recovery from hearing loss after a cold?

It can very, but it should resolve within 2 - 3weeks. If she continues to struggle, she should have a comprehensive evaluation by an audiologist.    Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., READ MORE
It can very, but it should resolve within 2 - 3weeks. If she continues to struggle, she should have a comprehensive evaluation by an audiologist.    Angela R. Sieh Ceretto, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA Audiologist Pinnacle Audiology, LLC 6809 S. Minnesota Ave., Suite 101 605-306-4481