The most prevailing theory suggests that there is a reactivation of neurotropic viruses (herpes simplex virus type 1) in the vestibular ganglion which
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To determine if the addition of an antiviral medication to systemic steroids improves recovery in the treatment of idiopathic sudden sensorineural hearing
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Valacyclovir is an antiviral prodrug that is rapidly converted into acyclovir inside the body
These drugs are safe and have minimal side effects
Labyrinthitis, also known as otitis interna, is an inflammatory disorder of the inner ear
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Interventions: Oral prednisolone 50 mg/d for 5 days with tapering of doses for the next 5 days, or combined with initial intravenous betamethasone
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Hearing loss is often permanent
Labyrinthitis is a disorder associated with inflammation of the inner ear
Valtrex starts working for shingles in a few days, and it works better the sooner you start it
In people with frequent outbreaks, this medication is used to reduce the number of future episodes
Clinically, this condition produces disturbances of balance and hearing to varying degrees and may affect 1 or both ears
It derives its name from the labyrinths that house the vestibular system