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Labyrinthitis is inflammation of the labyrinth, a maze of fluid-filled channels in the inner ear. Vestibular neuritis is inflammation of the vestibular nerve (the nerve in the ear that sends messages related to motion and position to the brain). [2] [3] [4] Both conditions involve inflammation of the inner ear. [5]
A labyrinthine fistula is an abnormal opening in the inner ear.This can result in leakage of the perilymph into the middle ear. [1] This includes specifically a perilymph fistula (PLF), an abnormal connection between the fluid of the inner ear and the air-filled middle ear.
Interference with or infection of the labyrinth can result in a syndrome of ailments called labyrinthitis. The symptoms of labyrinthitis include temporary nausea, disorientation, vertigo, and dizziness. Labyrinthitis can be caused by viral infections, bacterial infections, or physical blockage of the inner ear. [8] [9]
Otitis interna, or labyrinthitis, involves the inner ear. The inner ear includes sensory organs for balance and hearing. When the inner ear is inflamed, vertigo is a common symptom. Other symptoms in adults include pain and drainage from ear or problems with hearing. [8]
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Positive Dix–Hallpike test after other possible causes have been ruled out [1] Differential diagnosis: Labyrinthitis, Ménière's disease, stroke, vestibular migraine [3] [4] Treatment: Epley maneuver or Brandt–Daroff exercises [3] [5] Prognosis: Resolves in days to months [6] Frequency: 2.4% affected at some point [1]
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