What is bilateral vestibular hypofunction?
Bilateral vestibular hypofunction is the disturbance in function of the vestibular system of the inner ear. This area helps control balance and eye movements. The vestibular hypofunction may be related to other chronic conditions or use of certain medications.
How do members experience bilateral vestibular hypofunction?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with bilateral vestibular hypofunction*
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Stress
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Nothing reported yet
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Balance problems
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Fatigue
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for bilateral vestibular hypofunction*
Who has bilateral vestibular hypofunction on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 0 | |
| 30s | 3 | |
| 40s | 7 | |
| 50s | 10 | |
| 60s | 11 | |
| 70+ | 9 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 15 | |
| Female | 24 |