Meniere's Disease CAUSES | SYMPTOMS | TREATMENTS
Introduction to Meniere’s Disease
Meniere's disease is a problem that is associated
with the fluid balancing system in the inner ear. Generally, it is defined as the symptom complex of episodic vertigo (sensation of whirling and spinning), tinnitus (ringing, roaring, and hissing
that usually occurs in one ear), aural pressure (feeling of pressure in the concerned ear), and fluctuating hearing loss. It is usually a sensation of pressure building up in one ear with increasing tinnitus and a drop in hearing.
Causes of Meniere’s Disease The exact cause of Meniere’s Disease is unknown. Possible causes include:
Defective absorption by endolymphatic sac
Allergies
Sodium and water retention Hypothyroidism Autoimmune and viral aetiologies
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Mumps Syphilis Head trauma Previous infection Hormonal (Pregnant women are more prone)
Symptoms of Meniere’s Disease
Hearing Loss Dizziness/Lightheadedness Spontaneous, Voilent Vertigo
Ear Fullness and Pain Tinnitus Vision Problem
Nausea and Vomiting
Extreme Fatigue
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Mental Disorientation Poor Physical Coordination Mood Swings Hyperacusis Photosensitivity Reaction to food Cold Sweat, Palpitation, or Rapid Pulse
Treatments of Meniere’s Disease
Treatments : 80% respond to salt restrictions and diuretics Vestibular Suppressants Corticosteroids orally and intratympanically Intratympanic gentamicin (chemical labyrinthectomy) Surgical Treatments:
Endolymphatic sac decompression (ESD) Cutting the vestibular division of CN VIII, sparing the auditory division Labyrinthectomy