Signs and symptoms
... The periodic attacks that occur in Meniere''s disease last 30 minutes to an hour or longer. Signs and symptoms usually are severe and may include: Sudden, severe episodes of vertigo, often accompanied...

Causes
... The organ of balance in your inner ear is the vestibular labyrinth. It includes loop-shaped structures (semicircular canals) that contain fluid and fine, hair-like sensors that control your sense of b...

When to seek medical advice
... See your doctor if you experience any unexplained, recurrent or severe vertigo. Although it''s uncommon for vertigo to signal a serious illness, see your doctor immediately if you experience dizziness...

Screening and diagnosis
... To determine if you have Meniere''s disease, your doctor will likely begin by asking you a number of questions about your dizziness. In trying to determine the cause, your doctor may ask if your dizzi...