Audiologists at Fifth Avenue Hearing provide Meniere’s disease evaluation and treatment in New York.
Meniere’s disease can feel overwhelming, but help is available at Fifth Avenue Hearing. This condition affects the inner ear and can cause sudden dizziness, hearing loss, and other symptoms. Our experienced team is here to support you with personalized treatment options designed to improve your quality of life.
What Is Meniere’s Disease?
Meniere’s disease is a chronic condition that impacts the inner ear, affecting hearing and balance. It’s often linked to a buildup of fluid in the ear, although the exact cause is not fully understood. People with Meniere’s disease typically experience episodes of symptoms that come and go.
Symptoms of Meniere’s Disease
Meniere’s disease has several symptoms that can vary from person to person. The most common include:
- Vertigo: Sudden, intense dizziness that feels like the room is spinning. These episodes can last from minutes to hours and often cause nausea or vomiting.
- Tinnitus: A ringing, buzzing, or roaring noise in the ear that doesn’t come from an external source.
- Hearing Loss: Hearing may fade in and out, particularly in one ear. Over time, it can become more permanent.
- Aural Fullness: A sensation of pressure or fullness in the ear, which can feel similar to what you might experience during a change in altitude.
- Balance Problems: Issues with standing or walking steadily due to dizziness or disorientation.
These symptoms can interfere with daily activities, making treatment essential.
Causes of Meniere’s Disease
The exact cause of Meniere’s disease isn’t fully understood, but several factors may contribute:
- Fluid Buildup: An abnormal amount of fluid in the inner ear can disrupt hearing and balance.
- Infections: Viral or bacterial infections might trigger or worsen the condition.
- Immune System Issues: Some researchers believe autoimmune problems may play a role.
- Genetics: Family history could increase the likelihood of developing Meniere’s disease.
- Head Trauma or Allergies: Injuries or severe allergies may also contribute to inner ear problems.
Understanding the possible causes helps guide effective treatment options.
Diagnosing and Treating Meniere’s Disease
At Fifth Avenue Hearing, we use advanced tools to diagnose and manage Meniere’s disease. Once we confirm the condition, we offer several treatments to help reduce symptoms and improve your well-being:
- Lifestyle Changes: Simple adjustments like reducing salt, caffeine, and alcohol in your diet can lower fluid retention and decrease symptoms. Stress management and adequate sleep are also important.
- Medications: Prescriptions like anti-nausea drugs and diuretics can help manage vertigo and reduce fluid buildup.
- Middle Ear Injections: These involve injecting medication directly into the middle ear to control dizziness and inflammation.
- Surgery: For severe cases, surgery may be recommended to relieve pressure in the inner ear or address balance issues. Our team will guide you through this option if needed.
- Alternative Treatments: Some patients explore therapies like acupuncture or vestibular rehabilitation, which may help with balance and symptom relief.
- Positive Pressure Treatment: This non-invasive method uses a device to send air pressure pulses into the ear, which may help regulate fluid and reduce symptoms.
We work closely with you to create a plan tailored to your needs.
Fifth Avenue Hearing: Meniere’s Disease Treatment in New York
At Fifth Avenue Hearing, we understand how challenging Meniere’s disease can be. Our compassionate team is dedicated to helping you find relief through proven treatments and ongoing support. We offer comprehensive care, from diagnosis to follow-up, so you can trust that your health is in good hands.
Call us to schedule an appointment with the best audiologists in New York.
