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π‘ Key Concept: The labyrinth (inner ear) includes the cochlea, vestibule, and semicircular canals.
π Labyrinthitis = inflammation of the entire labyrinth β affects hearing + balance.
β‘ Vestibular neuritis = inflammation of the vestibular nerve β affects balance only.
These disorders both cause acute vertigo but differ by the presence or absence of sensorineural hearing loss.
π©Ί Feature | π§ Labyrinthitis | βοΈ Vestibular Neuritis |
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Definition | Inflammation of the labyrinth (inner ear) affecting both hearing and balance. | Inflammation of the vestibular nerve affecting balance only. |
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