Precautions for Meniere's Disease

Written by Li Rui
Otolaryngology
Updated on September 26, 2024
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The first consideration for Ménière's disease is to try to avoid emotional fluctuations and maintain a pleasant mood. Emotional fluctuations can potentially trigger an acute attack of Ménière’s disease. Secondly, one should avoid noisy environments as much as possible, ensure rest, and improve sleep. Thirdly, in daily life, avoid consuming coffee, strong tea, cola, and try not to eat stimulating foods, as these factors may induce or aggravate the existing condition. Fourthly, regular check-ups at an otolaryngology (ENT) department are necessary to monitor any changes in hearing, as some patients might experience a gradual decline in hearing.

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Early symptoms of Ménière's disease

Ménière's disease is a relatively common inner ear disorder. Its initial symptoms are numerous, with dizziness being the most common, predominantly vertigo. It may also be accompanied by tinnitus, mild hearing loss, and some patients may experience nausea, vomiting, and a feeling of fullness in the ears. There are individual differences in specific symptoms. After the onset, it is recommended to visit an otolaryngology department. Tests such as audiological examination, cochlear electrography, and MRI of the inner ear can be conducted. Through these auxiliary examinations, combined with the patient's clinical symptoms and the doctor's clinical experience, a definitive diagnosis can be made, which is important for subsequent treatment. During the treatment process, regular follow-ups are needed to observe the effects.

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Meniere's disease should be treated in which department?

Meniere's disease should be treated at an otolaryngology department, as it primarily affects the inner ear. The disease, due to fluid accumulation in the labyrinth of the inner ear, causes symptoms primarily characterized by vertigo and dizziness. It falls under the category of otolaryngology diseases, primarily manifesting symptoms such as dizziness, tinnitus, ear fullness, and a decline in hearing, and can generally be treated in the otolaryngology department.

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Does Meniere's disease spread?

Meniere's disease is not contagious. The occurrence of Meniere's disease is due to the stimulation of the inner ear caused by fluid accumulation in the inner ear labyrinth, leading to symptoms such as fluctuating hearing loss, tinnitus, ear fullness, and vertigo. The pathogenesis of Meniere's disease is not yet fully understood. When symptoms such as vertigo occur, it is important to visit a hospital promptly for comprehensive diagnostic tests, including cranial MRI, high-resolution CT of the temporal bone, and pure tone audiometry, to confirm the diagnosis, exclude cervical vertigo and cerebrovascular insufficiency in the posterior circulation, and under the guidance of a specialist, use vasodilators, nerve-nourishing agents, and vestibular suppressants to alleviate related symptoms like vertigo.

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Treatment methods for Meniere's disease

Meniere's disease is a relatively common otolaryngological condition with various treatment options available. Most patients can consider conservative treatment with medications, typically administered orally. However, for some patients who have more severe conditions and frequent episodes, and for whom standard conservative treatment has not been effective, surgical treatment may also be considered. Nonetheless, the specific results of surgery can vary among individuals, and regular follow-up examinations are necessary after the surgery to monitor its effectiveness. In daily life, it is important to avoid external stimuli and prevent drastic emotional fluctuations. With proper routine management and treatment, the condition can be well controlled. (Medications should be administered under the guidance of a physician.)

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How is Meniere's disease diagnosed?

Ménière's disease is a relatively common otolaryngology condition. It is recommended to visit an otolaryngology clinic upon onset, where various supplementary tests should be conducted. Commonly used tests include hearing tests, cochlear electrograms, and MRI of the inner ear. Some patients may also need to undergo vestibular function tests. With these supplementary tests and clinical symptoms, combined with the doctor's experience, a definitive diagnosis can be made. In terms of treatment, most patients may opt for conservative medication. Oral medications are commonly used, but for some patients with severe conditions and clear clinical symptoms who do not respond well to standard medical treatment, surgery may need to be considered.