Active Vestibular Meniere Disease C0155498
Meniere's disease is an inner ear disorder affecting balance and hearing, causing vertigo, ringing in the ears, and hearing loss. It typically affects adults and is managed with dietary changes, medications, and sometimes surgery.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- H93.9
- ICD-11
- 9B00.0
- Body system
- otolaryngologic
- Severity
- moderate
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Episodic vertigo
(otolaryngologic)Generalized symptoms
(otolaryngologic)Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Tinnitus
(otolaryngologic)Fluctuating hearing loss
(otolaryngologic)Aural fullness
(otolaryngologic)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Exercise prescription and weight management
Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Vestibular suppressants
Anti-vertigo medications to reduce the intensity and frequency of vertigo attacks during acute episodes.
Low sodium diet
Sodium restriction to reduce endolymphatic fluid buildup in the inner ear, decreasing frequency and severity of attacks.
Additional treatment options
Intratympanic injections
Injection of medication directly into the middle ear to reduce vertigo symptoms when conservative measures fail.
procedureTrigger avoidance
Identifying and avoiding personal triggers such as caffeine, alcohol, nicotine, and stress that may precipitate vertigo attacks.
lifestyleVestibular rehabilitation
Specialized exercises to improve balance and reduce dizziness through compensation of the vestibular system dysfunction.
physical_therapyWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Lopez-Escamez JA, Carey J, Chung WH. Diagnostic criteria for Meniere's disease. J Vestib Res. 2015.
Sajjadi H, Paparella MM. Meniere's disease: an update. Lancet Neurol. 2008.
Strupp M, Helling K, Ausilin J. Treatment of acute vestibular vertigo. Neurology. 2010.
Pullens B, van Benthem PP. Intratympanic gentamicin for Meniere's disease: systematic review. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2011.
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