About Meniere’s Disease

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Meniere's Disease

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Causes of Meniere's Disease

• Meniere's disease results from fluid accumulation
  in the inner ear, disrupting the balance and
  hearing signal transmission to the brain.

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Symptoms

• Vertigo Intense spinning sensation, often with
  nausea and vomiting.
• Hearing Issues Includes bothersome tinnitus and
  progressive hearing loss.

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Affected Population

• Age of Onset Typically diagnosed in those aged
  40-60, but can affect younger individuals and
  children.
• Rare Condition Meniere's disease is relatively
  uncommon, posing diagnostic and management
  challenges.
• Genetic Component About 7-10 have a family
  history, suggesting genetic links.

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Impact on Individuals

• Quality of Life Daily activities disrupted by
  unpredictable vertigo.
• Emotional Effects Anxiety and depression due to
  uncertainty.
• Social Isolation Avoiding gatherings due to
  fear.
• Hearing Loss Profoundly affects communication.
• Financial Burden Ongoing medical costs, hearing
  aids.

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Cure and Treatment

• No Cure Meniere's is chronic focus on symptom
  management.
• Treatment Options Dietary changes (low salt),
  medications for vertigo and nausea, hearing aids
  or implants, surgical interventions
  (endolymphatic sac decompression, vestibular
  nerve section), emotional support.

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