Rare Ear Pathologies Flashcards
1
Q
What is meunière’ a disease
A
Xs endolymph in inner ear —> recurrent vertigo attacks
2
Q
Triad of symptoms of Ménière’s disease
A
- vertigo
- tinnitus
- hearing loss
3
Q
Presentation of Ménière’s disease (inc age)
A
- 40-50 yo
- unilateral hearing loss w/ vertigo attacks
- can have nystagmus
4
Q
Mx Meniere’s acute attacks
A
- prochlorperazine
- antihistamines
5
Q
Mx Meniere’s prophylaxis
A
Betahistine