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Hi I am also a sufferer and I'm now waiting for an operation called " LABYRINTHECTOMY" If you log onto WWW.EARSURGERY.ORG/MENIERE this will show you a few websites, but select the one with the above address as it will explain everything to how and why you have it also how to help it and like me have a operation as i have severe Vertigo which is all linked to the fluid in the iner ear. I found it very interesting. good luck. Sue
What else can I help you with?
What is the treatment of menier's disease?
these no cure of menieres dis but paliative &symptomatic
What is the term for surgical removal of all or part of labyrinth?
Labyrinthectomy is surgical removal of the labyrinth.
What is the success rate for the surgery called Labyrinthectomy?
I have not had the surgery at this time. But would like to hear from someone who has had the Labyrinthectomy done and the results. What about balance after the surgery?
What results can be expected from a labyrinthectomy?
Labyrinthectomy results in the highest rates of control of vertigo attacks, however, it also causes complete deafness in the affected ear.
What is manieres disease?
You mean Menieres Disease, its an inner ear disorder that causes vertigo, disequilibrium, tinnitus, dizziness, and nausea. I unfortunately have Menieres..
What are the symptoms of Menieres disease?
People with Menieres Disease suffer from dizzy spells, vertigo, nausea, hearing loss, and inner ear dizziness.
What is Labyrinthectomy?
The surgeon removes the entire labyrinth of the inner ear. Both vestibular nerve sectioning and labyrinthectomy have a 95-98% success rate in controlling vertigo, but the patient's hearing may be impaired
How does alcohol cause menieres disease?
It DOESNT!
Of what disadvantage is labyrinthectomy as an alternative to the placement of an endolymphatic shunt?
Labyrinthectomy is more successful than other surgeries in eliminating vertigo, but the patient suffers complete and permanent loss of hearing in the operated ear
What is the term meaning the surgical removal of the labyrinth of the inner ear?
Labyrinthectomy is surgical removal of the labyrinth.
What are some of the symptoms of menieres disease?
Meniere's disease is a syndrome that affects the inner ear. This means that the most common symptoms will be balance problems and vertigo.
Medication and treatment of meniere's disease?
Menieres is a chronic disease--people have intermittant attacks of dizziness and nausea. Treatment includes dietary changes, such as limiting salt intake, caffeine, alcohol and stopping smoking. Medications and surgery are also sometimes helpful.
