How Does Disease Affect Ears

Diseases Affecting the Ears
Objective
It is universally acknowledge that hearing is not an essential part of communication. Many people are able to communicate and function well in society without difficulty with this impairment. Those who are deaf are able to communicate in sign language. We are able to hear sound thanks to the structure of our ear. Although infants cannot make sense of the meaning of the sound, they hear from their surroundings, they are able to hear them, and later, make connection to identify family members’ voices. The tympanic membrane, also known as eardrum, is a vital component of the human ear. As a circular and thin layer of tissue, it function is to assist in human hearing. One of the main disorders affecting the ears is Meniere’s disease. This lesson will focus on this disease. The audience for this paper are writing/reading learners (patients, family, nurses …show more content…
Salt causes retention of fluid, which, in turn, produce a buildup of fluid in the ears and causes vertigo. Avoiding caffeine, alcohol, and tobacco are also helpful at reducing attacks. When having an attack, it is important to lie down while keeping your head still until it is all passed. Take your medicines on time and exercise to improve your balance during vertigo. In the management of the disease, the ability of family and friends to support their love ones is vital. It is important for family to learn about the disease. This will help them to understand the sudden unset of the Meniere’s disease. Patients with the disease may look perfectly healthy, but all over sudden, they get confused and distressed. They need support, reassurance, good understanding, and acceptance to help. Their fear and anxiety are really, and family need to listen, and encourage them to see an healthcare provider when their symptoms are