Labyrinthitis Flashcards
1
Q
What?
A
Inflammatory condition affecting labyrinth in cochlea and vetibular system of inner ear
2
Q
Most common cause?
A
Viral infections
3
Q
What is bacterial labyrinthitis a complication of?
A
Otitis media or meningitis
4
Q
Risk factors?
A
Viral infections
Chronic suppurative otitis media
Acute otitis media
Cholesteatoma
5
Q
Clinical features?
A
Sensorineural hearing loss Vertigo Dizziness Balance problems One or both ears Nausea and vomiting
6
Q
Diagnostic factors?
A
Risk factors Vertigo Dizziness N&V Nystagmus Tinnitus Vertigo- related quick head or body movements Influenza- like symptoms
7
Q
Investigations?
A
Audiogram
Weber’s test
Rinne’s test
8
Q
What other investigations may be considered?
A
CT or MRI brain
Electronystagmography
Rotatory chair test
9
Q
Management?
A
Generally self- limiting
Antihistamines or motion- sickness tablets
Up to 3 days
If caused by bacterial infection -> antibiotics
