What is superior canal dehiscence syndrome?
Superior canal dehiscence(opening) syndrome (SCDS) is characterized as a small hole in the bone covering part of the inner ear. The presence of this hole affects the interpretation of certain auditory and visual sensory experiences, e.g. sound distortion, imbalance, and disequilibrium.
How do members experience superior canal dehiscence syndrome?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with superior canal dehiscence syndrome*
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Stress
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Nothing reported yet
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Anxious mood
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Nothing reported yet
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Depressed mood
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Nothing reported yet
*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 superior canal dehiscence syndrome*
Who has superior canal dehiscence syndrome on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 1 | |
| 30s | 3 | |
| 40s | 4 | |
| 50s | 10 | |
| 60s | 15 | |
| 70+ | 9 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 9 | |
| Female | 31 |