{"id":219,"date":"2020-09-15T17:13:12","date_gmt":"2020-09-15T21:13:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carolinapinesent.fm1.dev\/balance-disorders-overview\/menieres-disease\/"},"modified":"2021-01-22T16:54:14","modified_gmt":"2021-01-22T21:54:14","slug":"menieres-disease","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/carolinapinesent.com\/hearing\/menieres-disease\/","title":{"rendered":"Meniere&#8217;s Disease"},"content":{"rendered":"<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What is tinnitus? \",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Ringing in the ear, or tinnitus, is a widespread condition that affects an estimated 50 million Americans. Some people describe it as a hissing, roaring, whooshing or buzzing sound instead of ringing. It may be sporadic or constant, and is a symptom of an underlying condition rather than a disease itself. There are many factors that can cause tinnitus.\"\n    }\n  }, {\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \" What Are the Causes of Tinnitus?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Tinnitus is categorized as being either pulsatile or nonpulsatile. People who suffer from pulsatile tinnitus report hearing the sound of their own pulse. It is caused by abnormal blood flow within the arteries of the neck or inside the ear, and is fairly rare. Possible causes include: Fluid in the middle ear, Ear infections., High blood pressure, Head and neck tumors, Blocked arteries. Nonpulsatile tinnitus \u2013 ringing in the ears not accompanied by any type of rhythm \u2013 is considerably more common. It can be caused by a variety of conditions including: Presbycusis (age-related hearing loss), Noise exposure, Impacted earwax. \nOtosclerosis (stiffening of the bones in the middle ear), Meniere\u2019s disease, TMJ disorders, Ototoxic medication, Thyroid conditions, Head or neck trauma, Acoustic neuromas. Tinnitus is also classified as being either subjective (heard only by the patient) or objective (ringing can be heard by an impartial observer, such as a doctor). Most cases of tinnitus are subjective in nature.\"\n    }\n   }, {\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"How Is Tinnitus Treated?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Tinnitus can\u2019t be cured, but there are treatments that make it less of a distraction. The approach taken depends on the underlying condition responsible for the ringing in your ears. Sometimes, simple steps like removing built-up earwax or switching to a new medication can markedly decrease symptoms. Others benefit from noise suppression therapy or masking techniques designed to cover up the ringing noise. White noise machines, fans, air conditioners and humidifiers are all popular, easy to use options. Tinnitus retraining devices, which rely on patterned tones, are a newer technique that has proven beneficial to many patients.\"\n       }\n }\n ]\n  }\n<\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>M\u00e9ni\u00e8re\u2019s disease is an inner ear disorder that causes fluctuating hearing loss, tinnitus, vertigo and fullness or pressure in the ear. It is the result of excess fluid in the inner ear. There is no cure for M\u00e9ni\u00e8re\u2019s disease, but various strategies can help you manage your symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Causes M\u00e9ni\u00e8re\u2019s Disease?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The exact cause of M\u00e9ni\u00e8re\u2019s disease is unknown. It is believed to be associated with a dysfunction of the <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/15067575\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">endolymphatic sac<\/a>, an organ responsible for regulating the volume and pressure of fluid in the inner ear. Various theories point to circulation disorders, viral infections, head trauma, allergies, migraines and obstructions of the ear canal as possible causes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is estimated that M\u00e9ni\u00e8re\u2019s disease affects about one out of every 1,000 people, with most patients between the ages of 40 and 60.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are the Symptoms of M\u00e9ni\u00e8re\u2019s Disease?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>People with M\u00e9ni\u00e8re\u2019s disease suffer progressive attacks that are often characterized by warning signs in advance. These include loss of balance, dizziness, headache, increased hearing loss and\/or <a href=\"https:\/\/carolinapinesent.com\/hearing\/tinnitus-evaluations\/\">tinnitus<\/a>, sensitivity to noises, and pressure in the ear. During the attack, you may experience episodes of severe <a href=\"https:\/\/carolinapinesent.com\/hearing\/vertigo\/\">vertigo<\/a>, fluctuating hearing loss, fullness in the ear, and tinnitus. These symptoms may be accompanied by anxiety, blurry vision, nausea, vomiting, trembling, rapid pulse, and diarrhea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Afterwards, exhaustion often sets in, leading to an increased need for sleep. Attacks may be brief, lasting for as little as 20 minutes, or may persist for as long as 24 hours. Their frequency is unpredictable and sporadic; they may occur several times a week, or as little as once every few years. Due to the unpredictable nature of this disease, it\u2019s impossible to tell just how much it will affect your life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Is M\u00e9ni\u00e8re\u2019s Disease Diagnosed?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Because the symptoms of M\u00e9ni\u00e8re\u2019s disease resemble those associated with other conditions, we will need to perform hearing and balance tests in order to make a diagnosis. An audiogram will show hearing loss in the low tones, a key indicator of M\u00e9ni\u00e8re\u2019s disease. In some cases, imaging scans or blood tests are ordered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"404\" src=\"https:\/\/carolinapinesent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/iStock-1183896417-optimized-scaled-1-1280x404.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-551\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carolinapinesent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/iStock-1183896417-optimized-scaled-1-1280x404.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/carolinapinesent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/iStock-1183896417-optimized-scaled-1-768x243.jpg 768w, https:\/\/carolinapinesent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/iStock-1183896417-optimized-scaled-1-1536x485.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/carolinapinesent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/iStock-1183896417-optimized-scaled-1.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Is M\u00e9ni\u00e8re\u2019s Disease Treated?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Medical options for treating M\u00e9ni\u00e8re\u2019s include motion sickness and anti-nausea medications, diuretics, and oral or injectable steroids. These, coupled with a low-sodium diet, can help prevent dizziness or reduce the severity of attacks. Other lifestyle remedies include limiting caffeine, alcohol, chocolate and monosodium glutamate from your diet; drinking six to eight glasses of water per day; quitting smoking; avoiding allergens; and reducing stress and anxiety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When medications don\u2019t work, you may benefit from vestibular rehabilitation exercises to improve balance. Hearing aids will help treat hearing loss associated with M\u00e9ni\u00e8re\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Individuals who experience severe attacks and are unable to find relief from other treatments may have success with surgery. Procedures that have proven effective include an endolymphatic sac procedure to drain fluid from the inner ear, a vestibular nerve section to cut the nerve that connects the ear and brain to eliminate dizziness and preserve hearing, and a labyrinthectomy to control dizziness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><p>Call <span class=\"company-name \">Carolina Pines ENT<\/span> at <a href=\"tel:+18036305353\" class=\"phone \"> <span class=\"phNum\">(803) 630-5353<\/span><\/a> for more information or to schedule an appointment.<\/p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>M\u00e9ni\u00e8re\u2019s disease is an inner ear disorder that causes fluctuating hearing loss, tinnitus, vertigo and fullness or pressure in the ear. It is the result of excess fluid in the inner ear. There is no cure for M\u00e9ni\u00e8re\u2019s disease, but various strategies can help you manage your symptoms. What Causes M\u00e9ni\u00e8re\u2019s Disease? 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