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The labyrinth is in the inner ear. The inner ear includes the cochlea, vestibule and semi-circular canals. Labyrinthitis means inflammation of the labyrinth in the inner ear. This causes the same symptoms as vestibular neuritis, with the addition of hearing loss. Vestibular neuritis (sometimes called vestibular neuronitis) means inflammation of the vestibular nerve. These are disorders that affect the inner ear, leading to symptoms of vertigo, dizziness, and balance problems. These conditions are often confused due to their similar presentations, but they involve different parts of the vestibular system.
Feature | Labyrinthitis | Vestibular Neuronitis |
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Definition | Inflammation of the labyrinth (inner ear), affecting both hearing and balance. | Inflammation of the vestibular nerve, affecting balance but not hearing. |
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Prognosis | Most patients recover fully within a few weeks to months; some may have persistent balance problems. | Most patients recover fully within a few weeks to months; some may have persistent balance problems. |