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How Long Does Recovery From Vestibular Neuritis Take?

I suffered from an acute attack of vestibular neuritis a few weeks ago. I was just wondering what time frame existed for full recovery? My symptoms have mostly cleared up, but with maybe a little bit of sensitivity when I m in supermarkets or crossing the street in heavy traffic. Is this something that will clear up as well?
Wed, 12 Apr 2017
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Symptoms of a viral vestibular neuritis or viral labyrinthitis can last anything from a few days to several weeks. A typical case is for symptoms to be bad for 2-3 weeks and then gradually to settle down over several days. There may be some slight unsteadiness for 2-3 months before symptoms clear completely.
Recovery happens due to a combination of the body fighting off the infection, and the brain getting used to the vestibular imbalance (compensation). Some persons experience persistent vertigo or discomfort on head motion even after three weeks have gone by.
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How Long Does Recovery From Vestibular Neuritis Take?

Symptoms of a viral vestibular neuritis or viral labyrinthitis can last anything from a few days to several weeks. A typical case is for symptoms to be bad for 2-3 weeks and then gradually to settle down over several days. There may be some slight unsteadiness for 2-3 months before symptoms clear completely. Recovery happens due to a combination of the body fighting off the infection, and the brain getting used to the vestibular imbalance (compensation). Some persons experience persistent vertigo or discomfort on head motion even after three weeks have gone by. Godspeed.