Meniere’s Disease Treatment at Sajib Saha Clinic

Meniere’s disease usually affects only one ear and can develop at any age, though it’s more common in adults. Key symptoms include:

• Sudden vertigo (dizziness)

• Hearing loss (fluctuating or permanent)

• Tinnitus or ringing in the ear

• Ear pressure or fullness

The exact cause is unclear, but it is thought to be linked to abnormal fluid buildup in the inner ear.

Proven Treatment Options for Meniere’s Disease

1. Medications for Symptom Relief

Medications are often the first step in managing Meniere’s disease symptoms:

• Diuretics: Help reduce inner ear fluid retention.

• Antihistamines & Anticholinergics: Help control vertigo.

• Anti-nausea medications: Reduce nausea during attacks.

• Corticosteroids: Lower inflammation and stabilize symptoms.

2. Dietary and Lifestyle Changes

Reducing salt intake is crucial to prevent fluid buildup. We also recommend limiting:

• Caffeine

• Alcohol

• Foods that trigger dizziness

Such changes can significantly reduce the frequency and severity of vertigo episodes.

3. Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT)

VRT is a specialized form of physical therapy that helps your brain adjust to balance changes caused by Meniere’s disease. A trained therapist guides you through balance-enhancing exercises to improve stability and reduce dizziness.

4. Hearing Aids for Hearing Loss

Many patients experience progressive hearing loss. Hearing aids can help improve communication and overall quality of life. We provide professional consultations to choose the right device for your needs.

5. Intratympanic Steroid Injections

For patients who don’t respond to oral medication, steroid injections into the middle ear (intratympanic) can reduce inflammation and control vertigo episodes effectively.

6. Surgical Treatment Options

Surgery may be considered if other treatments fail:

• Endolymphatic Sac Surgery: Helps reduce inner ear fluid pressure.

• Vestibular Nerve Sectioning: Cuts the balance nerve to stop vertigo.

• Labyrinthectomy: Removes part of the inner ear in severe cases where hearing is already lost.

7. Mental Health and Emotional Support

Living with Meniere’s disease can affect your mental well-being. We provide psychological support, counseling, and stress-management techniques to help cope with anxiety, depression, and uncertainty.