Treatment

There is no known cure for Ménière's disease. However, lifestyle changes and some treatments can help relieve symptoms.

Your doctor may suggest ways to reduce the amount of fluid in your body. This can often help control symptoms.

Water pills (diuretics) may help relieve fluid pressure in the inner ear
A low-salt diet may also help

Eat a well-balanced, healthy diet. Don't overeat.
Exercise regularly, if possible.
Get enough sleep.
Limit caffeine and alcohol.
Help ease stress by using relaxation techniques, such as:

Guided imagery
Meditation
Progressive muscle relaxation
Tai chi
Yoga
Your health care provider may prescribe:

Antinausea medicines to relieve nausea and vomiting
Diazepam (Valium) or motion sickness medicines, such as meclizine (Antivert, Bonine, Dramamine) to relieve dizziness and vertigo
You may need ear surgery if your symptoms are severe and do not respond to other treatments.

Surgery to cut the vestibular nerve helps control vertigo. It does not damage hearing.
Injecting steroids or an antibiotic called gentamicin directly into the middle ear can help control vertigo.
Removing part of the inner ear (labyrinthectomy) helps treat vertigo. This causes complete hearing loss.
Hearing aids may be needed for severe hearing loss.