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Labyrinthitis
A condition caused by swelling and irritation of the inner ear. This often results in a loss of balance, a loss of hearing, and dizziness.
Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this
41 years experience
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Teenager 14-18 | Common | ||||
Young adult 19-40 | Common | ||||
Middle-aged adult 41-60 | Very common | ||||
Senior 60+ | Very common |
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A 37-year old asked:
How long can labyrinthitis last?
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Is there a cure for labyrinthitis?
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A 30-year old asked:
What are some symptoms of labyrinthitis?
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A 40-year old asked:
What do you recommend for labyrinthitis?
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A 34-year old asked:
How long does labyrinthitis usually last?
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A 35-year old asked:
Please tell me what can I do for labyrinthitis?
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A 52-year old asked:
What do fluid tablets do to help labyrinthitis?
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A 44-year old asked:
I was wondering what are some symptoms of labyrinthitis?
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A 45-year old asked:
What kind of doctor specializes in labyrinthitis problems?
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A 53-year old asked:
Can a few hours of exercise make your labyrinthitis feel better?
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A 45-year old female asked:
Can labyrinthitis come from; infection from the surgery over a week back?
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A 32-year old female asked:
I was diagnosed with Labyrinthitis six weeks ago, after the first miserable 2weeks passed things calmed a bit, but how long until I feel normal again?
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A 58-year old female asked:
How long can the symptoms of labyrinthitis and BPPV last?
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A 39-year old asked:
Does anyone suffer from labyrinthitis and do OK as a pilot?
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A 37-year old asked:
Is it common to lose control of your bowels when suffering labyrinthitis?
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A 27-year old asked:
Is it common to lose control of your bowels when you get an attack of labyrinthitis ?
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A 37-year old female asked:
I've been diagnosed thus far with labyrinthitis, 4 wks. Is there a possibility it could be something else? No known tumors. Had before several times.
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A 32-year old female asked:
I was diagnosed with Labyrinthitis about six weeks ago. I am feeling mostly better and wondering if I can swim again? Also are all earplugs effective?
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A 19-year old asked:
Sometimes when I get into the car I get headache. This can be labyrinthitis?
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A 51-year old asked:
Is there any other treatment to battle labyrinthitis other than prednisolone. I have used this for 29 days and my hearing has not improved.?
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A 44-year old asked:
What does labyrinthitis do to the ears?
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A 30-year old asked:
Does labyrinthitis explain my severe headache?
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A 32-year old asked:
Does anyone know any natural remedies for labyrinthitis? Is it truly so hard to get rid of?
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A 28-year old male asked:
any relationship between labyrinthitis and UTI? Could the come at the same time, caused by the same virus? Thanks !!
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A 28-year old male asked:
any relationship between labyrinthitis and UTI? could they come together, caused by the same bactery/virus? Thanks,,!
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A 22-year old female asked:
I have labyrinthitis but I face episodes when I hear loud noises. Is there a way to better manage this ear problem I have?
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A 26-year old female asked:
Sawdr today she did a few neuro exams on me listened to symptoms and said probably labyrinthitis, can i have head pressure with this too? forgot 2 ask
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A 25-year old asked:
Does the CT scan show labyrinthitis?
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A 34-year old asked:
How can I tell if I have a regular ear infection or labyrinthitis?
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A 51-year old asked:
I have labyrinthitis in the right ear. I have used prednisolone and my hearing has not returned. Would alternative treatment like acupuncture work?
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