Ménière's disease - Peripheral vertigo

This is a disorder of the inner ear that affects balance and hearing. The inner ear contains fluid-filled tubes or canals that form the labyrinth and that help to interpret the position of the body and to maintain balance. It is believed that increased pressure of the fluid in the canals of the inner ear may play an important role in the onset of this disorder. There are 3 main symptoms: Hearing loss (hypoacusis), a ringing or buzzing in the ear known as tinnitus and a feeling of vertigo or dizziness that worsens with changes in position. The diagnosis is clinical and made after ruling out other causes of vertigo. There is no definitive treatment for Ménière’s disease but lifestyle changes are recommended, together with medicines to treat dizziness and diuretics to reduce ear pressure.