Labyrinthitus ok to dive?

[Melifluis]

I've researched my inner ear problem and seen my doctor a few times already. I am taking Serc for the dizziness/nauseasness and through my research have discovered the Eply manouvre. But in all my research I have not come across the answer to the most important question. Assuming I can treat the dizziness for the duration of a dive... Can I go diving? Does pressure, equalizing and all that jazz while diving do damage to the inner ear because of this labyrinthitus inner ear imbalance thingy problem?

 

[lragsac]

I've researched my inner ear problem and seen my doctor a few times already. I am taking Serc for the dizziness/nauseasness and through my research have discovered the Eply manouvre. But in all my research I have not come across the answer to the most important question. Assuming I can treat the dizziness for the duration of a dive... Can I go diving? Does pressure, equalizing and all that jazz while diving do damage to the inner ear because of this labyrinthitus inner ear imbalance thingy problem?

I'll be interested to hear an answer, as I've just been diagnosed with labyrinthitis, although it seems like mine isn't as bad as yours. I don't suffer any nausea. I am waiting to see a doc who actually knows this Eply maneuver or whatever exercises can be performed to improve the condition.

 

[DocVikingo]

The big question is, can you assume with a high degree of confidence that you can treat the dizziness for the duration of a dive? There is no empirical evidence of which I aware indicating that you can. As such, you very likely are at increased risk.

This is educational only and does not constitute or imply a doctor-patient relationship. It is not medical advice to you or any other individual, and should not be construed as such.

Best regards.

DocVikingo