Meniere’s Disease in Childhood

Abstract

The incidence of Meniere’s disease in childhood has been reported to range between 1% and 7% of all patients diagnosed with the disease. The classic triad of symptoms including tinnitus, fluctuating hearing loss, and vertigo presents specific problems in the school setting. This paper is a review of the literature including incidence, symptoms and diagnosis, eitology, treatment, and implications for management in the school environment. Description of an actual case study is also presented.