Meniere's Syndrome
Inner Ear Disorder
Definition
Meniere's Syndrome is a chronic progressive disorder of the inner ear, that scientists can not determine a main cause, but persume its from fluctuating fluid levels or the mixing of fluids in the canals of the inner ear.
Ménière's Disease: What Is It & How Is It Treated?
Signs and Symptoms
Hearing Loss
Tests
ABR
Audiogram
Hearing Test- sends different sounds in left and right ear
CT Scan or MRI
Scans organs, tissue, and bone
Treatments
Antihistamines
Dramamine
Treats vertigo "drop attacks"
Corticosteriods
treats inflammation
Hydro-chlorothiazide
rids excess fluid, removes pressure
Low Sodium
Exercise
Patient Teaching
~Lifestyle Changes
~Diet and Medication
~Take Precautions (avoid driving if vertigo occurs)
~Make Family Aware of Warning signs and symptoms
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