Sudden Unilateral Hearing Loss and Acute Vestibular Syndrome: A 5-Year-Old Case with Labyrinthitis.

Background

Labyrinthitis, an inner ear infection affecting the membranous labyrinth, typically presents with symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, vomiting, tinnitus, and hearing loss. However, there is limited epidemiological data on this condition. Purpose: This case report presents the results of audiovestibular evaluation and vestibular rehabilitation regarding unilateral sudden hearing loss and acute vestibular syndrome caused by rare labyrinthitis in a pediatric patient. Research

Design

This is a case report. Study Sample: The study sample included a 5-year-old girl with unilateral sudden hearing loss and acute vestibular syndrome.

Results

The patient with labyrinthitis, diagnosed early after comprehensive audiological and vestibular evaluation, benefited from medical treatment and vestibular rehabilitation.

Conclusions

This report objectively focuses on the importance of early medical treatment, regular audiovestibular follow-up, and vestibular rehabilitation in a pediatric patient with labyrinthitis.