What should people with Menieres Disease avoid and why?
If you suffer with Meniere’s Disease you should try to avoid or limit your intake of salt, caffeine and tobacco, as it can paralyze the hair like structures in your ear (cilia) that are responsible for mucus flow. If the mucus is not drained effectively it can create pressure in the ear which may lead to Meniere’s Disease. You should also avoid alcohol and and extremely stressful situations. By avoiding some of these things you can help reduce stimulation as well as irritation to the inner ear that may cause damage to the cochlea (sensory organ responsible for our sense of hearing). Other tip: Try and avoid doing any out side activities such as riding a bicycle, motorcycle, playing base ball and doing in-line skating without a helmet. This will help you avoid any possible head injury’s.
