Meniere's Disease

Question 1

A chronic disease involving the inner hear fluid balance caused by a malabsorption in the endolymphatic sac or blockage in the duct

Answer 1

Meniere’s Disease (Endolymphatic Hydrops)

Question 2

Meniere’s Disease: Diagnostics

Answer 2

1. Caloric Test
2. Electronystagmography (ENG)
3. MRI/CT scan

Question 3

Meniere’s Disease: Clinical Manifestations

Answer 3

Triad of symptoms:
1. Vertigo
2. Tinnitus
3. Sensorineural hearing loss

Other signs:
1. Pressure or fullness of the ear
2. N/V