Ménière’s disease

Ménière’s disease A condition that is characterized by recurrent vertigo accompanied by ringing in the ears (tinnitus) and deafness. Symptoms include vertigo, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, loss of hearing in the affected ear, and abnormal eye movements. Ménière’s disease is due to dysfunction of the semicircular canals (endolymphatic sac) in the inner ear. Treatment usually includes use of medications, such as anticholinergic drugs or antihistamines, to relieve the vertigo. Diuretics may also be used to lower the pressure in the endolymphatic sac. Also known as recurrent aural vertigo. See also vertigo.