As a scientist and an engineer I couldn’t grasp how this condition I have is so… analog. Everyone just says “Oh a crystal got into your vestibular system”. And I think, “why is it so much worse some days than others?” How can I feel 95% ok like I do now with no real lastingContinue reading “Ask the Doctor: BPPV”
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How is Meniere’s disease treated?
There are three main ways to treat Meniere’s disease: treating the hydrops problem, reducing vascular risk factors, and if all else fails, shutting down the problem ear. The first step to take is to eliminate all of your vascular risk factors. If you can’t control these, you will usually keep having spells, and you willContinue reading “How is Meniere’s disease treated?”
How does vascular disease set off Meniere attacks?
Having hydrops is like walking a tightrope. The ear is very vulnerable, on the edge of losing blood flow. Slight changes, like eating a salty meal (Thanksgiving is notorious for this!) can put you at risk. But hydrops alone doesn’t make the spell happen. That requires a decrease in blood flow in the brain itself. Continue reading “How does vascular disease set off Meniere attacks?”
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