Vestibular disorders
Vestibular Disorders
Vestibular disorders (/vɛˈstɪbjʊlər dɪsˈɔːrdərz/) are a group of conditions that affect the vestibular system, which is responsible for maintaining balance and spatial orientation in the human body.
Etymology
The term "vestibular" originates from the Latin word "vestibulum", which means entrance. This is in reference to the vestibule of the inner ear where the vestibular system is located. The term "disorder" comes from the Middle English "disordre", meaning a disturbance in physical health.
Types of Vestibular Disorders
There are several types of vestibular disorders, including:
- Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV)
- Meniere's disease
- Vestibular neuritis
- Labyrinthitis
- Perilymph fistula
- Superior canal dehiscence syndrome (SCDS)
Each of these disorders affects the vestibular system in different ways, leading to symptoms such as dizziness, vertigo, balance problems, and difficulties with spatial orientation.
Symptoms
Common symptoms of vestibular disorders include:
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of vestibular disorders typically involves a combination of medical history, physical examination, and specialized tests such as vestibular testing, audiometry, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
Treatment
Treatment for vestibular disorders can vary depending on the specific disorder and its severity. Options may include:
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Vestibular disorders
- Wikipedia's article - Vestibular disorders
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