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Published on: February 21, 2018
Meniere's disease in children
1Birmingham Ear Institute, Birmingham Otology Center, Birmingham, Alabama 35205, USA.
Abstract:
Meniere's disease is an uncommon cause of dizziness or hearing loss in children. Clinicians must maintain a high level of suspicion to make this diagnosis in the pediatric age group. Careful attention to history and diagnostic testing can help in differentiating Meniere's disease from other more common childhood conditions. Treatment is similar to adult patients and may be tried empirically in difficult or suspicious cases.
Insights
Meniere
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Otolaryngology
- Neurology
Background:
- Meniere's disease is rare in children, presenting with dizziness and hearing loss.
- High clinical suspicion is crucial for pediatric Meniere's disease diagnosis.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline diagnostic considerations for Meniere's disease in children.
- To differentiate pediatric Meniere's disease from common childhood conditions.
Main Methods:
- Review of clinical history and diagnostic testing.
- Differential diagnosis approach.
Main Results:
- Meniere's disease diagnosis in children requires careful evaluation.
- Distinguishing it from other pediatric conditions is key.
Conclusions:
- Pediatric Meniere's disease diagnosis necessitates high clinical suspicion.
- Treatment mirrors adult protocols and can be empirical.
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