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4. Definite vs. Probable Meniere’s Disease

Doctors classify Menière’s disease as either definite or probable based on symptoms and testing. Both require at least two spontaneous episodes of vertigo lasting 20 minutes to 12 hours. For a definite diagnosis, a hearing test must show low- to mid-frequency hearing loss in the affected ear. In both cases, the person must also report tinnitus or a feeling of ear fullness. Other causes for the symptoms must be ruled out before confirming Menière’s.

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