Vestibular Neuronitis Flashcards
1
Q
What is vestibular neuronitis?
A
Inflammation of the vestibular nerve
2
Q
What is the pathophysiology of vestibular neuronitis?
A
- Inflammation of the vestibular nerve distorts the signals from the vestibular system to the brain, resulting in episodes of vertigo
3
Q
How does vestibular neuronitis present?
A
- Recent VURTI
- Acute onset of vertigo, which may be worse with head movement
- Nausea and vomiting
- Balance problems
- NO NEURO SIGNS - this helps differentiate from stroke
- NO TINNITUS OR HEARING LOSS
4
Q
What test can be done to diagnose peripheral causes of vertigo?
A
Head impulse test
5
Q
How is vestibular neuronitis managed?
A
- Prochlorperazine
- Antihistamines
- Referral if symptoms do not improve after a week
- Vestibular rehab therapy can be used
6
Q
What can develop after VN?
A
BPPV
