{"id":16818,"date":"2025-01-08T15:05:07","date_gmt":"2025-01-08T07:05:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/manahealthcare.com.hk\/?page_id=16818"},"modified":"2025-08-05T20:48:23","modified_gmt":"2025-08-05T12:48:23","slug":"mana_vestibular_therapy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/manahealthcare.com.hk\/en\/mana_vestibular_therapy\/","title":{"rendered":"M\u00e9ni\u00e8re’s disease: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Methods| TCM Insights on How to Address It"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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M\u00e9ni\u00e8re\u2019s Disease,<\/strong> is a chronic condition affecting the inner ear. This disease causes recurrent episodes of vertigo, hearing loss, tinnitus, and a sensation of fullness in the ear<\/strong>, significantly impacting patients\u2019 quality of life. In our TCM and physical therapy clinics, we frequently encounter patients troubled by this condition.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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What is M\u00e9ni\u00e8re\u2019s Disease?<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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M\u00e9ni\u00e8re\u2019s Disease is an inner ear disorder that primarily affects the organs responsible for hearing and balance. The inner ear contains a complex structure called the labyrinth<\/strong>, which is filled with a fluid known as endolymph<\/strong>. When the production and absorption of this fluid become imbalanced, it leads to an excess of endolymph, increasing pressure and causing various symptoms.<\/p>

This condition typically first appears between the ages of 30\u201350<\/strong>, with women slightly more affected than men. In most cases, it impacts only one ear, but approximately 15%<\/strong> of patients may experience symptoms in both ears. The disease progresses intermittently, with patients experiencing alternating periods of flare-ups and remission.<\/p>

Patients may feel as though they or their surroundings are spinning, making it difficult to stand or walk steadily. This is often related to dysfunction in the inner ear\u2019s balance system, such as dislodged otoliths<\/strong>, endolymphatic hydrops<\/strong>, or ear canal infections<\/strong>. According to statistics, about one-third of adults<\/strong> have experienced vertigo, with those over 40 years old<\/strong> being the most affected.<\/p>

If these symptoms occur, it\u2019s crucial to seek early evaluation to determine if it\u2019s M\u00e9ni\u00e8re\u2019s Disease and pursue appropriate TCM or physical therapy treatments to prevent disruption to daily life and ensure safety.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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The symptoms of M\u00e9ni\u00e8re\u2019s Disease vary between flare-up and remission periods:<\/p>

Symptoms During Flare-Ups<\/strong><\/p>
Stage<\/th>Symptoms<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Acute Flare-Up (Stage 1)<\/strong><\/td>
  • Sudden rotational vertigo lasting 20 minutes to several hours<\/li>
  • Accompanied by nausea and vomiting<\/li>
  • Mild hearing loss in the affected ear<\/li>
  • Tinnitus (usually low-frequency sounds)<\/li>
  • Sensation of fullness or pressure in the ear<\/li><\/ul><\/td><\/tr>
Mid-Stage Flare-Up (Stage 2)<\/strong><\/td>
  • Increased frequency of vertigo episodes<\/li>
  • More pronounced hearing loss, particularly affecting low frequencies<\/li>
  • Persistent tinnitus<\/li>
  • Mild balance issues between episodes<\/li><\/ul><\/td><\/tr>
Late-Stage Flare-Up (Stage 3)<\/strong><\/td>