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How Is Meniere's Disease Treated? Exploring Medical Options
Published: Jun 17, 2024
Meniere's Disease treatment aims to manage symptoms and improve quality of life. Let's explore the medical options available.
First-Line Treatments
The initial approach to treating Meniere's Disease involves dietary and lifestyle changes as well as medications. Betahistine is often prescribed as it helps improve blood flow in the inner ear, while diuretics can help reduce fluid buildup. These treatments aim to reduce the severity of vertigo attacks.
Managing Acute Symptoms
For sudden and severe vertigo episodes, vestibular suppressants like clonazepam or diazepam can help. Antiemetics such as promethazine or ondansetron may be used to manage nausea and vomiting during attacks, offering temporary relief from acute symptoms.
Advanced Treatments for Resistant Cases
For those whose symptoms don't improve with initial treatments, glucocorticoid therapy might be considered. This can be administered orally or directly into the ear. In severe cases, surgical options may be explored, but these are generally reserved for when other treatments fail.
Frequently Asked Questions
Betahistine is used to reduce the severity of vertigo in Meniere's Disease.
Vestibular suppressants and antiemetics are used to manage acute attacks.
Glucocorticoids can help in cases where symptoms are resistant to other treatments.
Yes, surgeries like labyrinthectomy are last-resort options for severe cases.
Treatment Insights
Understanding treatment options is key to managing Meniere's Disease effectively.
References
- Morales-Luckie E, Cornejo-Suarez A, Zaragoza-Contreras MA, Gonzalez-Perez O. Oral administration of prednisone to control refractory vertigo in Ménière's disease: a pilot study. Otol Neurotol 2005; 26:1022.
- Kim HH, Wiet RJ, Battista RA. Trends in the diagnosis and the management of Meniere's disease: results of a survey. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2005; 132:722.
This article has been reviewed for accuracy by one of the licensed medical doctors working for Doctronic. Always discuss health information with your healthcare provider.
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