What are the symptoms caused by otolithiasis?
Disease description:
My grandma told me she's been feeling constant tinnitus lately and discomfort in her ears. After going to the hospital, she was diagnosed with ear stone disorder. I'd like to know what causes the symptoms of ear stone disorder?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Guan Yanlei
Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is generally caused by dislodged otoliths. The clinical manifestations include sudden, transient rotational vertigo that occurs when the head moves into certain positions, typically lasting about 60 seconds. It is often accompanied by nystagmus, nausea, vomiting, and other symptoms such as sweating. Factors such as head trauma, physical fatigue, sleep deprivation, and excessive smoking or alcohol consumption may trigger recurrence of BPPV. Clinically, it can be treated with oral medications such as betahistine mesylate and Qiangli Dingxuan tablets.
