Acute Labrynithitis Flashcards
1
Q
What is acute labyrinthitis also known as?
A
Vestibular neuronitis
2
Q
What is labyrinthitis?
A
Inflammation of labyrinth in the cochlea and vestibular system of the inner ear
3
Q
What is the pathophysiology of labyrinthitis?
A
Infection can spread form middle ear
4
Q
What are risk factors for labyrinthitis?
A
Recent viral URTI
Chronic otitis media
Acute otitis media
Cholesteatoma
5
Q
What are the symptoms of labyrinthitis?
A
Acute vertigo
Dizziness
N+V
Hearing loss
6
Q
Is the hearing loss conductive or sensorineural?
A
Sensorineural
7
Q
How is labyrinthitis managed?
A
Vestibular suppressant
- diazepam/lorazepam
- Cyclizine
Should settle in a few weeks
8
Q
What advice should be given to patients?
A
Increase fluid intake
Do not drive while dizzy
Inform employer if relevant
