Meniere’s Disease?
Meniere’s disease refers to a condition of the inner ear that causes dizziness and vertigo. Most people who suffer from the disease feel as if the world around them is spinning. It also causes tinnitus, infrequent hearing loss that can become permanent and the feeling of pressure or fullness in the ear. Typically, only a single ear is affected by the condition. The disorder was named after Proper Meniere, the French doctor responsible for suggesting the symptoms don’t come from the brain as many believed, but instead from the ear.
The primary cause of the disease is unknown. However, many healthcare providers believe they understand why symptoms of the condition manifest. One theory is that excessive fluid build-up inside the labyrinth, an area within the inner ear that holds structures to aid in balance and equilibrium, interferes with brain signals. Thus, it causes hearing problems and vertigo. Other theories on the cause are poor drainage due to blockages, autoimmune responses, allergic reactions, viral infection, inherited tendencies, head trauma, and migraine headaches.
Some symptoms accompanying Meniere’s disease are anxiety, blurry vision, nausea, rapid pulse, cold sweat, and diarrhea.
