Sharing my experience of receiving hospital treatment for vestibular neuritis

I once had a difficult time trying to treat vestibular neuritis. I'd like to share my experience of visiting a hospital and receiving treatment for vestibular neuritis, as well as some habits I've been trying to incorporate into my daily routine. I hope this will be helpful to those struggling with vestibular neuritis treatment.

Inside the ear, there is a vestibular organ that detects the body's balance, and the information about the sense of balance collected here is transmitted to the brain through the vestibular nerve. Vestibular neuritis is a disease in which the afferent signals originating from the vestibular terminal are suddenly cut off due to inflammation of the vestibular nerve, causing dizziness. It is characterized by severe dizziness, nausea, and vomiting that occur naturally and last for several hours, or even more than a day.

Vestibular neuritis is considered a benign condition, with symptoms improving over time. I initially took medication for severe dizziness and nausea. I looked it up and found that if the patient can tolerate the symptoms, no special treatment is needed. However, I was scared and distressed, so I took medication for a few days.

Initially, vertigo presents as a violent attack, often accompanied by vomiting. It can occur suddenly and last for hours. Hearing loss may also occur, along with a sensation of fullness or blockage in the ear, known as aural fullness, which can be a sign of an attack and is reported to occur in approximately half of patients.

One day, I suddenly developed vertigo, severe vomiting, and difficulty lifting my head. I needed treatment for vestibular neuritis, and I thought it was a similar condition, so I visited an ENT specialist. I underwent various tests, and fortunately, they said there was nothing wrong.

Sharing my experience of receiving hospital treatment for vestibular neuritis

However, it's often difficult to detect vestibular neuritis through tests in the early stages. I was prescribed some medications and took them for a few days, and my seizure symptoms gradually improved. Since then, I've learned that diet is crucial in treating vestibular neuritis. I'm trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle to treat vestibular neuritis. There are two things I strive to maintain.
First, try to avoid foods that contain a lot of salt, sugar, and MSG.
Second, try to drink water frequently in small amounts.

Treatment for vestibular neuritis is often surprising because the cause is unclear, but if you receive proper treatment and take good care of yourself on a daily basis, you will get better. I hope my review will be helpful.

Ear/Nose/Throat (ENT)

Sharing my experience of receiving hospital treatment for vestibular neuritis