We hear from people who tell us they notice a change in their vestibular symptoms when the weather is stormy or humid, or if there's a build up of atmospheric pressure. Does the weather affect you in this way?
A study by researchers at the European Centre for Environment and Human (ECEHH) in collaboration with the Met Office and a local business (Buzz Interactive) has added to the evidence base that low atmospheric pressure may exacerbate symptoms: The Weather and Meniere's Disease: A Longitudinal Analysis in the UK Schmidt, Wiebke; Sarran, Christophe; Ronan, Natalie; Barrett, George; Whinney, David J.; Fleming, Lora E.; Osborne, Nicholas J.; Tyrrell, Jessica. The Weather and Ménière's Disease: A Longitudinal Analysis in the UK. Otology & Neurotology 38(2):p 225-233, February 2017. | DOI: 10.1097/MAO.0000000000001270
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Please remember to speak with your medical professional if you have any concerns about your condition/symptoms.
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