Vestibular NeuritisVestibular neuritis and labyrinthitis are inner ear problems that cause dizziness. Viral infections are the cause of these ear problems, but bacterial infections are sometimes the cause of labyrinthitis. These ear problems will sometimes go away by themselves within a few weeks period. The inner ear is what hold your balance. Your ear on the inside, has a series of canals which have fluid. All of the canals run at separate angles. When these canals become inflamed, it causes a brain disturbance, causing dizziness. The differences Vestibular neuritis is a condition that usually occurs in a person's lifetime one time. The dizziness brought on by this ear problem may linger on for many years after the initial attack began. Most of the time if this is the case, it is considered to be Menieres Disease in that case. Labyrinthitis causes a hearing loss that is permanent on the other hand. Labyrinthitis is brought on by bacteria, unlike neuritis.
The doctor will evaluate dizziness and vertigo and then do some hearing tests to begin with. Eye tests are also done along with an MRI to rule out possible brain issues. Treatments Medication can be given to stop the nausea and control the dizziness. If the cause is bacterial, then antibiotics will be prescribed. Doctors will probably issue antiviral drugs and corticosteroids if the infection appears to be a viral nature. Balance exercises may help to control other issues with dizziness and hearing aids given for a permanent loss.
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