Common Peripheral Conditions and Dizziness
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What is the main symptom associated with vestibular neuritis?

  • Headache
  • Vision changes
  • Hearing loss
  • Vertigo (correct)
  • What condition can mimic symptoms of vestibular neuritis or labyrinthitis?

  • Anemia
  • Dehydration
  • Muscle strain
  • Cardiovascular disease (correct)
  • Which symptom is unique to labyrinthitis and not commonly seen in vestibular neuritis?

  • Hearing changes (correct)
  • Vertigo
  • Balance difficulties
  • Visual disturbances
  • What viral infection can lead to vestibular neuritis or labyrinthitis?

    <p>Common cold</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can cause symptoms of vertigo in acoustic neuroma/schwannoma?

    <p>Tumor impeding on the vestibular system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is a thorough examination necessary to diagnose vestibular neuritis or labyrinthitis?

    <p>To rule out other causes of dizziness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of vertigo in cases of bilateral peripheral hypofunction?

    <p>Otitis media inflammation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT among the medications mentioned as potentially causing bilateral vestibular hypofunction?

    <p>NSAIDs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of vertigo cases are attributed to bilateral peripheral hypofunction?

    <p>1.6%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of loss leads to impaired vestibulo-ocular reflex?

    <p>Bilateral loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to understand the anatomy impacted by a particular condition when diagnosing a patient with vertigo?

    <p>To guide targeted physical examinations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of a patient's history is highlighted as important when attempting to diagnose vertigo?

    <p>Duration and quality of vertigo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary offender when it comes to causing dizziness in patients according to the text?

    <p>Acute peripheral vestibulopathy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which age group is more likely to develop Ménière’s disease according to the text?

    <p>Adults between ages 40-60</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What recurring set of symptoms does Ménière’s disease produce as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Fluctuating hearing loss, vertigo, ear pressure, tinnitus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has been linked to causing Ménière’s disease according to research mentioned in the text?

    <p>Genetics, viral infection, head trauma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During an attack of early stage Ménière’s disease, which of the following symptoms are experienced according to the text?

    <p>Fluctuating hearing loss, violent vertigo, tinnitus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is highlighted as NOT beneficial for patients with Ménière’s disease during an attack according to the text?

    <p>Physical therapy (PT)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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