Get the right diagnosis and the right treatment

Dizziness can be difficult to diagnose - but with the right diagnosis, you're closer to the right treatment.

Ménière's disease is a recurring and highly unpleasant form of dizziness and seasickness, accompanied by ear symptoms such as a feeling of pressure in the ear, hearing loss, tinnitus, and distorted sound perception. After a dizziness episode, there is often a period of hearing loss, and if there are many episodes, treatment will be initiated. The diagnosis is made through a combination of advanced examinations, all of which are performed at Charlottenlund Privathospital.



The treatment will either involve the insertion of a drainage tube in the eardrum of the affected ear, medical treatment, or, in other cases, the injection of corticosteroids into the middle ear.

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  • Ménière's disease - classic presentation

    A classic Menière's attack consists of the following symptoms:


    Severe dizziness: Sudden attacks that can last from 20 minutes to several hours. The attacks are often accompanied by:


    Tinnitus (ringing in the ears): A constant or pulsating sound in one ear.


    Hearing loss: Often low-frequency and fluctuating, typically in one ear.


    Feeling of pressure or fullness in the ear: A sensation that the ear is "blocked."


    Nausea and vomiting: Dizziness can lead to severe discomfort and balance problems.


    After an attack, there may be fatigue and imbalance for several days. The attacks often occur in periods with symptom-free intervals in between.

  • Possible treatments

    There is no curative treatment for Menière's disease, but various measures can reduce symptoms and the frequency of attacks. Often, the specialist and patient need to try several treatments together before finding what works for the individual patient.


    Possible treatments include:

    • Insertion of a drain in the middle ear.
    • Medical treatment.
    • Lifestyle changes.
    • In severe cases, treatment with injections of corticosteroids or gentamicin may be considered, which typically takes place in public hospitals.

  • How can I live with the disease?

    Living well with Menière's disease:


    Menière's disease can be challenging, but with the right strategies, you can reduce attacks and improve your quality of life:

    • Reduce salt intake to minimize fluid buildup in the inner ear.
    • Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and nicotine as they can worsen symptoms.
    • Manage stress through relaxation techniques like meditation or yoga.
    • Ensure adequate sleep, as fatigue can trigger attacks.
    • Move slowly during an attack – sit or lie down to reduce dizziness.
    • Keep a diary of your diet, sleep, and symptoms to identify triggers.

    With these measures, you can reduce attacks and live a more stable life with Menière's disease, which often improves gradually over time. It is not a static condition, and there can be long periods without attacks – in some cases, for several years.