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Sign & Symptoms of Meniere's Disease

Meniere's disease is disorder of the inner ear disorder that can affect your hearing and balance. According to the U.S. National Institutes of Health, its cause is unknown, but it develops when canals that run through the inner ear become swollen. These canals work with the nervous system to allow the body to interpret its movement and position. Although Meniere's disease is a chronic condition with no cure, sufferers do not experience symptoms all the time. Treatment involves relieving pressure in the inner ear to prevent or relieve symptoms.

  1. Vertigo

    • Bouts of vertigo are often one of the main symptoms of Meniere's disease. Vertigo is the sensation of abnormal body movements, similar to how it would feel if you were to spin yourself around and stop, but the room still feels like it is spinning. In people with Meniere's diseases, the vertigo tends to come and go, lasting anywhere from a few minutes to a few hours. It also tends to get worse with sudden movement.

    Dizziness

    • A feeling of dizziness is also a sign of Meniere's disease. This feeling of dizziness is often a whirling feeling or feeling as though you are moving when you are not. It can last anywhere from several minutes to several hours. Some people also feel unbalanced and may become disoriented and fall down because of the condition.

    Tinnitus

    • Tinnitus, or ringing in the ears, commonly develops in people with Meniere's disease. Although most people describe tinnitus as ringing in the ears, others experience buzzing, humming, hissing or whistling in the ear.

    Ear Fullness

    • Another sign of Meniere's disease is a feeling that the ear is full, or that something is in the ear. Some people also feel pressure in the ear because of the condition.

    Hearing Loss

    • Some people with Meniere's disease also suffer hearing loss. The hearing loss can be in one or both ears and often fluctuates. As the disease progresses, many people develop permanent hearing loss.

    Sweating

    • Unexplained sweating can also be a sign of Meniere's disease. The sweating is often excessive and can be sufficient to soak through clothing.

    Nausea

    • Those with Meniere's disease can also experience bouts of nausea and vomiting, according to the National Institutes of Health.

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