Auto-Immune Inner Ear Deficiency (Immune Hearing Loss) is hearing loss resulting from the auto-immune system attacking our ears.  The following is a list of symptoms, causes, and treatment for AIED.

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Symptoms

     The three most common symptoms of AIED are rapidly progressive hearing loss, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), and a feeling of fullness in the ears.  A less common symptom is dizziness.  

Causes

     AIED is most often associated with other auto-immuune disorders such as hypothyroidism and lupus rheumatoid arthritis.  AIED is prevalent in middle-aged females.

Treatment

     Prompt treatment and evaluation is critical in recovering hearing or stabilizing hearing loss in AIED cases.  The most common treatment is the use of steroids taken either orally, by injection or perfusion.  Steroid treatment is effective in the majority of cases.

Flu Shot Eat your fruits and veggies! nuts and seeds are also good for vitamin E. Eat little to no sugar sugar can weaken the immune system Restrict alcohol consumption Drink Water eight 8oz. glasses a day Wash your hands frequently

Daily vitamin/mineral supplement (w/out iron) Extra vitamin C 250-500 mg/day Exercise! at least 30 minutes Get enough good sleep Minimize/control stress exercise, yoga, and meditation are good methods back to top

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