A Survey of the Effects of Pressure on Meniere's Disease Symptoms
Alec N. Salt, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Department of Otolaryngology
Washington University School of Medicine
St. Louis, MO, 63110, USA
Introduction
In our research, we are extremely interested in mechanical factors which affect the fluids of the inner ear. We know that under some conditions, the fluids can be induced to move, which can in turn influence how the ear works.
As a result, we are very interested in the apparent sensitivity of some Meniere's patients to mechanical factors, such as atmospheric pressure changes.
In 1998 we performed a survey of Meniere's patients visiting this site with regard to their perceptions of how pressure affected their symptoms. These pages report the results of that survey. Where possible, I have tried to incorporate the rationale for why we asked specific questions and how we interpret the responses.
Sections of the Study
Citing this study:
This study is being published only on this website. It should be cited as:
Salt A. (2000) A Survey of the Effects of Pressure on Meniere's Disease Symptoms.
URL: http://oto.wustl.edu/men/pressure/
Study population