A 30-year-old patient complains of sudden severe vertigo and hearing loss following a viral infection. Labyrinthitis is suspected. Which initial manag...

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A 30-year-old patient complains of sudden severe vertigo and hearing loss following a viral infection. Labyrinthitis is suspected. Which initial management is recommended?

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High-dose oral steroids

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Antihistamines only

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Immediate grommet insertion

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No treatment is available

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Ear syringing

ukmla MCQ (SBA): Labyrinthitis

A 30-year-old patient complains of sudden severe vertigo and hearing loss following a viral infection. Labyrinthitis is suspected. Which initial management is recommended?