Meniere's Disease Flashcards
1
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Definition
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· Recurrent episodes of tinnitus, paroxysmal vertigo and unilateral fluctuating hearing loss
2
Q
Aetiology/Risk factors
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Disturbed homeostasis of endolymph (fluid in the inner ear)
3
Q
Presenting symptoms and signs on physical examination
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· Vertigo
· Loss of hearing in affected ear
· Tinnitus
· Loss of balance
· Headaches
· Nausea/vomiting
4
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Investigations
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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 symptoms