In order to soothe the effects of a Ménière's attack, doctors can sometimes provide medication to treat the symptoms of nausea, vertigo and vomiting. This medicationnormally only provided for a period of 7 to 14 days, and tends to be either prochlorperazine or an antihistamine. For those who vomit during attacks, prochlorperazine is best ingested in the form of Buccastem, a tablet you can lodge between your gums and cheek for absorption.

During the attack, you will be advised to take the medication as soon as possible, moving into a stable and steady position until the symptoms start to alleviate. In particularly severe cases, doctors can inject prochlorperazine, or admit you to hospital where you can receive intravenous fluids to keep you hydrated.

In the most severe cases, surgery can sometimes be an option to combat cases of vertigo. However, the invasiveness of the surgical procedures and their associated risks of complete deafness make it a last option after all other Ménière's disease treatments have not worked. Depending on symptoms, there are three kinds of surgery: non-destructive, selectively destructive and destructive. All three kinds are only advised if hearing in the affected ear is still 'socially adequate'.

In order to lessen the effects of tinnitus, doctors may recommend a psychological approach, referring you to sound therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy or a course of relaxation techniques. Hearing loss can also be treated with hearing aids. There are also several groups and charities offering useful and informative advice about the disease, with the ability to put you in touch with other sufferers to share experiences and support. For more information about support groups, visit the Ménière's Society website.