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This is when the vestibular end-organs in the inner ear no longer function properly. Sometime this happens because of bacterial infection through the ear (common), or because of a breakdown in the regulation of fluid within the organs, or because a physician was treating the patient with an aminoglycoside antibiotic to save their life (but it can irreversibly damage neurons in the vestibular organs). Head-trauma can damage the vestibular organs too. Depending on the extent of injury/dysfunction, symptoms can range from an inability to concentrate, to feeling completely disoriented and unable to walk or balance properly.
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How do you know if you have a vestibular disorder and what is the treatment or cure?
Indications would be difficulty with balance control, visual impairment when moving (blurred image) and possibly a change in mood. The first thing to do would be to get checked out by an Ear Nose and Throat (ENT) surgeon. He/she will be able to diagnose and possibly treat peripheral vestibular dysfunction, as long as the organs have not degenerated.
Seems that the probl?
Seems that the problem is not your neck but your inner ear, dysfunction of the vestibular system (feeling of motion when you are stationary). Consult your doctor specialized for Inner Ear.
Function of the vestibular nerve?
The reproductive organ of the female that secretes fluid for vaginal lubrication during coitus is the vestibular gland. There are four small glands that make up the vestibular gland. There are two small glands on each side of the vaginal orifice. The vaginal orifice is a median slit below and behind the opening of the urethra; its size varies inversely with that of the hymen. One pair of the small structures constitutes the greater vestibular glands; the other pair constitutes the lesser vestibular glands. The vestibular glands secrete a lubricating substance.
Structures of the vestibular system?
The vestibular system detects angular and linear acceleration. This is made possible by two related parts of the peripheral vestibular system: 1) the otoliths (utricle and saccule), which are sensitive to accelerative forces in a single plane (e.g. gravity); and 2) the semicircular canals - of which there are three at roughly orthogonal planes to each other - that are sensitive to accelerative forces in a circular plane (e.g. if you were to sit in the middle of a merry-go-round). There are peripheral vestibular organs located on each side of the head behind the ear. Technically they are referred to 'inner ear organs'. The primary function of the vestibular system (collectively: the peripheral organs + VIII cranial nerve + brainstem vestibular nuclei) is to detect accelerative forces and generate nerve impulses to the brain for integration with other senses and motor control. For simplicity we refer to the vestibular system as providing 'balance-sense' - however, 'balance' is how the brain interprets the signals. The organs themselves sense acceleration. The brain needs these signals in order to stabilize the eye muscles during head movements, allowing us to maintain gaze on a target. Vestibular signals are also used for axial-muscle motor control which allow us to maintain a center of gravity whilst upright. Blood-pressure regulation is also influenced by the vestibular system during changes in posture from a supine to an upright position. Vestibular signals are extensively integrated throughout the brain. In fact, they can even influence mood, the ability to think (calculate), and our memory systems - particularly spatial memory (i.e., 'cognitive mapping' of our environment). Interestingly, mood-centers of the brain also feed back into the vestibular system, which is why people afraid of heights (acute anxiety) may get a sudden attack of vertigo (perceived movement of the world, in the absence of real movement) if high up on the top of a building, say. The opposite is also true - people with balance disorders often develop DSM-IV psychiatric comorbidities, like agoraphobia, generalised anxiety disorder, and depression. The same people also have excruciating difficulty remembering where they are in relation to where they want to go - and an unfortunate consequence of this is that they often get lost. Even in familiar places. In terms of evolution, the vestibular system is the oldest sensory system. This may explain the intricate dependency the brain has for information about bodily acceleration.
What is a vestibular neurectomy?
A vestibular neurectomy is a surgical procedure that involves cutting the vestibular nerve, which is responsible for balance and spatial orientation, to alleviate symptoms of vertigo and dizziness. This procedure is usually considered when other treatments for vestibular disorders, such as medication or physical therapy, have not been effective.
What is cerebellar-vestibular dysfunction?
Cerebellar-vestibular dysfunction refers to an impairment in the coordination between the cerebellum (responsible for balance and coordination) and the inner ear vestibular system (responsible for balance and spatial orientation). This dysfunction can result in symptoms such as dizziness, unsteadiness, and difficulty with coordination and balance. It may be caused by various conditions affecting either the cerebellum or the vestibular system.
How do you know if you have a vestibular disorder and what is the treatment or cure?
Indications would be difficulty with balance control, visual impairment when moving (blurred image) and possibly a change in mood. The first thing to do would be to get checked out by an Ear Nose and Throat (ENT) surgeon. He/she will be able to diagnose and possibly treat peripheral vestibular dysfunction, as long as the organs have not degenerated.
Does vestibular disorder affect mood and personality?
I have been studying the vestibular function on major depression patients for a long time, we found that there is a specific pattern of vestibular disorder on those patients that sometimes is symptomatic but most of times is subclinic. See "Asymmetries of vestibular dysfunction in major depression" Soza Ried AM, Aviles M, Neuroscience 144, 2007
Can neuropathy cause seizures?
Neuropathy is an umbrella term for a host of diseases of the nervous system that have to do with the dysfunction of peripheral and cranial nerves. If it is used as a general term for dysfunctions of the central and peripheral nervous systems, then neuropathy does not cause seizures, but is descriptive of the dysfunction of the system that can result in seizures.
What kind of ailment is labyrinthitis?
Labyrinthitis is a unique type of ailment. Labyrinthitis is an ailment that is meant for the inner part of the ears and a form of unilateral vestibular dysfunction.
Seems that the probl?
Seems that the problem is not your neck but your inner ear, dysfunction of the vestibular system (feeling of motion when you are stationary). Consult your doctor specialized for Inner Ear.
Opposite of peripheral directional term for humans?
central?
What is neropathy?
Neuropathy is a disease where one or more of your peripheral nerves has a dysfunction. This disease causes weakness and numbness in one or more of your limbs.
What is vestibular therapy?
Vestibular therapy is a specialized form of physical therapy designed to treat balance disorders and dizziness caused by vestibular system dysfunction. This therapy involves exercises that help improve balance, coordination, and the brain's ability to process sensory information. Techniques may include gaze stabilization, habituation exercises, and balance training. It is often used for conditions like benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), vestibular neuritis, and other related issues.
If you feel dizzy you might be having a problem with your?
Vestibular sense
Tinnitus vertigo and gradual hearing loss typify what disorder?
Tinnitus and vertigo, two common neurological complaints, often challenge the physician's ability with respect to possible etiology. Objective tinnitus can result from an abnormally patent eustachian tube, from tetanic contractions of the muscles of the soft palate, or from vascular abnormalities within the head or neck. Subjective tinnitus refers to lesions involving the external ear canal, tympanic membrane, ossicles, cochlea, auditory nerve, brainstem, and cortex. As many as 50% of patients with tinnitus do not exhibit associated hearing loss; in these patients, the cause of the tinnitus is rarely identified. An illusion of movement is specific for vestibular system disease--a peripheral or central location depending upon associated audiologic and neurologic symptoms, respectively. However, a presyncopal, light-headed sensation is most commonly associated with diffuse cerebral ischemia: in the young patient, this may be caused by a hyperventilation syndrome; in the aged individual, this can result from diffuse atherosclerotic cerebrovascular disease and decreased cardiac output. Postural and gait imbalance associated with acute vertigo indicates a unilateral peripheral vestibular or a central vestibular lesion; if vertigo is absent, either a cerebellar, proprioceptive, or bilateral peripheral vestibular lesion is likely. Transient oscillopsia suggests unilateral peripheral vestibular lesions. Permanent oscillopsia indicates a bilateral peripheral vestibular lesion or--in the absence of severe vertigo--brainstem or cerebellar damage.
Function of the vestibular nerve?
The reproductive organ of the female that secretes fluid for vaginal lubrication during coitus is the vestibular gland. There are four small glands that make up the vestibular gland. There are two small glands on each side of the vaginal orifice. The vaginal orifice is a median slit below and behind the opening of the urethra; its size varies inversely with that of the hymen. One pair of the small structures constitutes the greater vestibular glands; the other pair constitutes the lesser vestibular glands. The vestibular glands secrete a lubricating substance.
