C) "I will take stool softeners as prescribed by my doctor." Show Rationale: What does a labyrinthectomy treat?What is a labyrinthectomy? A labyrinthectomy is a surgical procedure that is performed to treat vertigo if you have very little hearing in the affected ear. This is a last resort option when it is determined that a hearing aid will not be effective in helping you hear more clearly.
What happens during a labyrinthectomy?This surgery destroys the entire labyrinth, or inner ear for balance. Although the cochlea is left untouched, all the hearing is lost in the ear. It eliminates all Meniere's attacks from the operated ear. The operation is performed in hospital under general anesthesia through an incision behind the ear.
What are two diagnostic procedures used for Ménière's disease?Hearing tests, including one to find out if the nerve from the inner ear to the brain is working as it should. A test called an electronystagmogram (ENG), which measures your eye movements. This can help the doctor find where the problem is that's causing vertigo. Imaging tests such as an MRI or CT scan of the head.
What is the best treatment for Menieres disease?Diuretics are the most commonly prescribed maintenance medications for Meniere's disease. Diuretics work by restricting the overproduction of fluid in the inner ear. Diuretics are long-term medications. They help reduce the number of vertigo attacks, and in some cases, they help stabilize hearing.
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