Symptoms
Episodes of spinning vertigo, fluctuating hearing, tinnitus, and a feeling of ear fullness.
Hearing conditions
Ménière’s disease
An inner-ear condition associated with episodes of vertigo, hearing changes, tinnitus, and ear fullness.
Causes
The exact cause is not fully understood; changes in inner-ear fluid are thought to play a role.
Risk factors
Family history, migraine, autoimmune conditions, allergies, and some viral exposures may be considered.
Testing
Evaluation may include hearing tests, balance assessment, medical history, and imaging or other tests when appropriate.
Treatment
A clinician may recommend dietary or lifestyle changes, medicines, vestibular rehabilitation, hearing support, or other treatments.
When to seek medical attention
Seek urgent care for a first severe vertigo episode, new neurologic symptoms, chest pain, fainting, severe headache, or sudden hearing loss.
Which professional can help?
An ENT or neurotologist typically evaluates suspected Ménière’s disease. Audiologists support hearing and balance testing.
Find a hearing-care professionalThis guide is educational and is not a diagnosis. A qualified clinician can help you understand symptoms in the context of your personal health history.