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What is Ménière’s Disease

Ménière’s Disease often come in episodes or “attacks”. Some people have long periods where symptoms are quiet, while others experience more frequent flare-ups. Ménière’s disease most often affects one ear, although both ears can be involved in some people.

People with Meniere’s disease typically have a combination of symptoms that affect hearing and balance. These may include:

Vertigo

It can often feel as though you or the room are spinning, and it may be accompanied by nausea or vomiting.

Fluctuating hearing loss

Your hearing may feel muffled before or during an attack, then improve again afterwards.

Tinnitus

The sound of ringing, buzzing, humming or roaring in the ear.

Blocked or full feeling

The feeling of pressure, blockage or the sensation that the ear needs to “pop”.
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How to Manage Ménière’s Disease

At Lions Hearing Clinic, we take a personalised approach to Ménière’s disease.
A hearing assessment is one of the most useful first steps when Ménière’s disease is suspected. It can show whether hearing has changed, which ear is affected, what types of sounds are harder to hear, and whether the pattern is consistent with an inner ear condition. Lions Hearing Clinics can facilitate a referral to a specialist if warranted after an initial assessment.
A Lions Hearing Clinic audiologist can assess your hearing, discuss your symptoms, identify whether your hearing is fluctuating, and help you understand what the results may mean. They can also provide practical advice about communication, tinnitus support and hearing rehabilitation if hearing loss is affecting daily life.
There is no single cure for Ménière’s disease, but many people manage their symptoms with a combination of medical care, lifestyle strategies and hearing support. Your GP or specialist may discuss options such as diet changes, medication, migraine management, balance rehabilitation or specialist procedures, depending on your symptoms.
Management often focuses on reducing the frequency and severity of attacks, protecting hearing where possible, and helping you stay confident in everyday situations. Some people are advised to reduce salt, limit triggers such as caffeine or alcohol, stay well hydrated, review migraine-like symptoms, or use medication prescribed by their GP.
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Why Choose Lions Hearing Clinic

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We are dedicated to supporting clients beyond their hearing aid fitting, with regular annual reviews.
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Frequently Asked Questions

We've compiled the most important information to help you get the most out of your experience.
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No. Vertigo is one symptom of Ménière’s disease, but it can also happen for many other reasons. Ménière’s disease usually involves a pattern of symptoms that may include vertigo, hearing changes, tinnitus and a feeling of fullness or pressure in the ear.
An attack can feel like the room is spinning or moving, even when you are still. Some people also feel nauseous, unsteady or exhausted afterwards. Hearing may feel muffled, tinnitus may become louder, and the affected ear may feel blocked or under pressure.
Yes. Hearing can fluctuate, especially in the early stages. It may feel worse before or during an attack and then improve again. Over time, hearing loss can become more persistent, which is why regular hearing checks are useful.
An audiologist can test your hearing, compare results over time and explain whether your hearing pattern has changed. They can also provide advice about tinnitus, communication strategies and hearing support, and recommend medical review if your symptoms need further investigation.
In many cases, you can book a hearing assessment directly. If your symptoms suggest that medical care is needed, your audiologist may recommend that you speak with your GP or an ear, nose and throat specialist.
There is no single cure for Ménière’s disease, but many people can manage symptoms with the right support. Management may include medical care, lifestyle strategies, balance support, tinnitus management and hearing rehabilitation where needed.
Seek urgent medical care if you have sudden hearing loss, severe or new dizziness, falls, weakness, trouble speaking, facial drooping, chest pain, severe headache, or symptoms that feel unusual or unsafe. If in doubt, contact your GP, urgent care service or emergency department.

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A professional assessment is the first step toward understanding Ménière’s Disease and exploring the most effective management options.
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