Ménière's disease Flashcards

1
Q

Define Meniere’s disease

A

Recurrent episodes of tinnitus, paroxysmal vertigo

and unilateral fluctuating hearing loss

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Explain the aetiology/risk factors of Meniere’s disease

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Disturbed homeostasis of endolymph (fluid in the inner ear)

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Recognise the presenting symptoms and signs of Meniere’s disease

A
Vertigo
Loss of hearing in affected ear
Tinnitus
Loss of balance
Headaches
Nausea/vomiting
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Identify appropriate investigations for Meniere’s disease

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There is NO SPECIFIC TEST that will confirm the diagnosis

Some other investigations (e.g. MRI, electrocochleography) may be used to exclude other causes of such symptom

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