Symptoms patients commonly notice
- Vertigo lasting minutes to hours
- Fluctuating hearing, often in one ear
- Tinnitus
- Pressure or fullness in the ear
- Nausea and imbalance
Diagnosis and investigations
Diagnosis uses the history of attacks, documented hearing findings and exclusion of alternatives. A symptom diary can help record vertigo, hearing change, migraine features, diet, stress and medicines.
Treatment options
- Education and attack planning
- Individual lifestyle measures
- Medicines when appropriate
- Hearing aids for communication difficulty
- Selected intratympanic treatment
Care with Dr. Pradeep Vundavalli
Dr. Pradeep Vundavalli is an ENT surgeon with a focused interest in otology, neurotology, vertigo and balance disorders, advanced ear surgery and implant otology. At Asian Superspeciality ENT Hospital, the pathway connects examination, appropriate investigations, explanation of options and follow-up.
The hospital is located in Seethammapeta, Visakhapatnam and provides specialist ENT evaluation for patients from the city and surrounding regions.
Frequently asked questions
Does Meniere's always cause hearing loss?
Fluctuating hearing loss is characteristic but may be subtle early and should be documented with audiometry.
Is Meniere's disease curable?
There is no single guaranteed cure, but many patients achieve useful symptom control.
Can both ears be affected?
Yes, although many patients initially have symptoms in one ear.
Are injections or surgery always needed?
No. They are considered only when symptoms remain disabling despite conservative care.