Does Meniere's disease require long-term medication?

Written by Li Rui
Otolaryngology
Updated on September 14, 2024
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Meniere's disease is a relatively common otolaryngological condition, primarily characterized by recurrent episodes of vertigo, tinnitus, and hearing loss. Generally, conservative treatment with medications is considered, but most patients only require medication during acute episodes. In daily life, it is necessary to adjust one's diet to avoid spicy and stimulating foods, follow a low-salt diet, and avoid consuming coffee, strong tea, alcohol, and smoking. Most patients can control and alleviate their symptoms through these adjustments without the need for long-term medication. If the results are not satisfactory, some patients may need to consider surgical treatment. (Specific medication use should be conducted under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Meniere's Disease Clinical Manifestations

Meniere's disease is a relatively common otolaryngological condition with various clinical symptoms. The most common symptoms include recurrent tinnitus, decreased hearing, and a feeling of fullness in the ear, often accompanied by vertigo. However, the duration of vertigo typically lasts about 20 minutes to half a day. This condition may recur, primarily manifesting as fluctuating hearing loss. Emotional excitement, spicy foods, strong tea, coffee, and other beverages also play a significant role in triggering these symptoms. When such symptoms occur, it is crucial to seek timely medical attention from an otolaryngologist for relevant examinations and treatment.

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Can you drink alcohol with Meniere's disease?

Meniere's disease is a relatively common inner ear disorder, primarily caused by the accumulation of fluid in the inner lymph sac. It presents with various symptoms, most commonly dizziness, tinnitus, hearing loss, nausea, vomiting, and a feeling of fullness in the ears. It is recommended to eat more vegetables and fruits, and to follow a light diet. Alcohol should be avoided as it has a strong irritant effect, and drinking can potentially trigger an acute attack of Meniere's disease. Additionally, smoking, drinking coffee or strong tea, and consuming cola should also be avoided. These unhealthy lifestyle habits can potentially worsen the condition, and some patients may need to consider surgical treatment.

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What is Ménière's disease?

Meniere's disease is a relatively common otolaryngological condition, related to the accumulation of fluid in the inner lymph sac or hydrops of the membranous labyrinth. There is some individual variability in clinical symptoms, with the most common symptoms being tinnitus, hearing loss, a feeling of ear fullness, and vertigo. Generally, the duration of the condition lasts about 20 minutes to half a day. Some patients may experience more severe vertigo, while others may have milder symptoms, depending on individual reactions and the severity of the condition. Most patients have recurrent episodes. In terms of treatment, most patients can consider conservative treatment, but surgical treatment may be necessary for a small number of patients who do not respond well to conservative therapy.

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The main symptoms of Meniere's disease

Meniere's disease is a relatively common ENT disorder, primarily caused by fluid accumulation in the labyrinth. It presents with various clinical symptoms. Common symptoms include recurrent vertigo, which usually lasts for several hours. There may also be tinnitus, a feeling of ear fullness, and decreased hearing. Severe cases may experience nausea and vomiting. In terms of treatment, most patients can be managed with medications, and dietary adjustments are also necessary, including no smoking, no alcohol, low salt diet, and avoiding emotional stress. If standard medication treatment is ineffective, surgical treatment may be considered. (Specific medications should be used under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Can people with Meniere's disease smoke?

Ménière's disease is a relatively common inner ear disorder that can lead to associated clinical symptoms such as vertigo, tinnitus, hearing loss, nausea, and vomiting. It is recommended that patients with Ménière's disease should not smoke, as cigarettes are irritants and may cause acute episodes of Ménière's disease or provoke an exacerbation of the existing condition. Furthermore, it is advised to avoid alcohol, staying up late, and consuming strong coffee or tea, since these substances are also irritants and can easily trigger an acute episode of the disease, aggravate clinical symptoms, and affect the efficacy of treatment. If standard conservative drug treatment does not yield satisfactory results, surgery may need to be considered.