Viral labyrinthitis

Introduction to Viral Labyrinthitis

Welcome to the Viral Labyrinthitis subsection of the ENT for the MSRA course.

This section is designed to provide comprehensive and structured learning materials to help you understand and master the topic of Viral Labyrinthitis for the MSRA.

Resources for Viral Labyrinthitis:

1. Viral Labyrinthitis Revision Notes for the MSRA
   Detailed and concise traditional revision notes covering all essential aspects of Viral Labyrinthitis, including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. These notes are based on UK NICE guidelines and formatted in tables for easy recall.
2. Viral Labyrinthitis Flashcards for the MSRA
   Interactive flashcards to help you memorise key facts and concepts about Viral Labyrinthitis. These are perfect for quick reviews and reinforcing your knowledge.
3. Viral Labyrinthitis Accordion Q&A Notes for the MSRA
   Engage in active learning with question-and-answer-style revision notes in the accordion format. This is useful for testing your understanding of Viral Labyrinthitis and focusing on areas needing improvement.
4. Viral Labyrinthitis Rapid Fire Quiz for the MSRA
   A short quiz to test your knowledge and recall of Viral Labyrinthitis-related concepts. It’s an excellent way to assess your progress and pinpoint areas for further review.

Key Points about Viral Labyrinthitis:

• Definition: Viral Labyrinthitis is an inflammation of the inner ear, specifically the labyrinth, usually caused by a viral infection. This condition disrupts the transmission of sensory information from the inner ear to the brain, leading to symptoms such as vertigo, dizziness, balance disturbances, and hearing loss.
• Causes: Viral Labyrinthitis is commonly caused by viral infections, including those related to the common cold, influenza, herpes viruses, and other respiratory viruses. These viruses can directly infect the inner ear or cause inflammation as part of the body’s immune response.
• Symptoms: The primary symptoms include sudden onset of vertigo, dizziness, hearing loss (typically unilateral), tinnitus, nausea, and balance issues. Symptoms can be severe and are often exacerbated by head movement, making everyday activities challenging.
• Investigations: Diagnosis is clinical, based on patient history and examination findings such as nystagmus and positive head impulse test. Audiometry may be used to assess hearing loss. Imaging (e.g., MRI) is considered if other causes, such as stroke or central nervous system pathology, need exclusion.
• Management: Management is primarily supportive and symptomatic, including rest, hydration, antiemetics, vestibular suppressants (e.g., prochlorperazine), and reassurance. Vestibular rehabilitation exercises may aid recovery. Corticosteroids are sometimes used if inflammation is significant, though their benefit in viral labyrinthitis is debated.
• Complications: Potential complications include persistent vertigo, chronic imbalance, and hearing loss. Most individuals recover fully within a few weeks, but some may experience prolonged dizziness and balance issues requiring further therapy.

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