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From the Glossary:
Ménière's disease is a vestibular disorder that produces a recurring set of symptoms as a result of abnormally large amounts of a fluid called endolymph collecting in the inner ear. The exact cause of Ménière's disease is not known. The four classic symptoms are vertigo, tinnitus, a feeling of fullness or pressure in the ear, and fluctuating hearing.
An ambassador is an enthusiastic and dedicated vestibular patient or professional, or the family member of a vestibular patient, who is interested in sharing his or her time and expertise to help elevate awareness for vestibular disorders. As an ambassador you are passionate about our cause and committed to keeping abreast of new, relevant issues that may impact the vestibular community.
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Thanks to our Caregiving Heros Celebrating Vestibular Care Partners November is caregiver awareness month, an opportunity to focus on and celebrate all those who support vestibular patients. To recognize those individuals who provide caregiving support
Increasing awareness about vestibular disorders is the key to reducing the time it takes for a vestibular patient to receive an accurate diagnosis. VeDA promotes continuing education for vestibular professionals and encourages patients to become their own healthcare advocates by learning as much as they can about their condition. It can also be therapeutic for a patient to listen to another patient’s journey so that they know they are not alone, and to gain valuable coping tips.
Chronic light-sensitivity can act as a catalyst for dizziness, vertigo, lightheadedness, headache and other symptoms that are often associated with vestibular disorders. In this article, we take an in-depth look at the experiences of those with vestibular-related photophobia and offer tips for keeping it in check.
Persistent postural-perceptual dizziness (PPPD) and Meniere’s disease (MD) are two distinct types of vestibular disorders that occur independently; however, they may also occur simultaneously. Diagnostic criteria exist to clearly define and classify vestibular disorders. An
Patients with vestibular disorders may choose to incorporate supplements into their treatment plan, either to support their prescription medications or as non-pharmaceutical alternatives that can help reduce their symptoms and improve their overall wellness. Many
Results of Treating Meniere’s Disease with Increased Water Consumption Introduction This article is a follow-up to a patient spotlight previously submitted to VeDA in 2020 titled, My Meniere’s Journey. Summarizing that paper, my journey with
For years, Heather navigated life as most do—busy, active, and moving forward without questioning the simple act of balance. That changed when Meniere’s disease and vestibular migraine entered her world. What began as pressure and
This is the story of how our journey with vestibular disorders (Meniere's and Vestibular Migraines) began. It is my husband who has the diagnosis but we are in this together. Here is the story: Let
My symptoms started before 9/2017. One I used to get car sick as a kid. I used to get sick on rides at the fair. I used to have migraines with vertigo and vomiting as
Changes in your diet can reduce dizziness Many people with Ménière’s disease (also called primary idiopathic endolymphatic hydrops), secondary endolymphatic hydrops, or vestibular migraine find that certain diet modifications help manage their condition. However, others