Hearing loss on just one side accompanied by a ringing noise may be indications of a tumor. Early diagnosis is the key to preventing permanent damage. Many hearing problems can be treated medically or surgically. Dizziness Dizziness is a warning sign that something is wrong with the inner ear. The inner ear contains fluid that helps maintain our sense of balance.
Symptoms are usually episodic, that is, they come and go.
Less often they produce a constant sensation of dizziness. A physical examination is necessary to determine the cause of dizziness. Treatment varies, depending on the cause. In some cases, such as benign positional vertigo, caused by small calcium fragments in the inner ear fluid, the dizziness may improve on its own. Severe cases of Meniere s disease, a metabolic disease of the inner ear, may require surgery.