Labyrinthitis

**Semantic type:** Disease or Syndrome

**Definition:** Inflammation of the anatomical structures of the inner ear secondary to an infectious process. Symptoms include severe vertigo, nausea, vomiting, anxiety, and pain. Viral etiology is most common, and recent history of an upper respiratory infection is common.

**Synonyms:** - Infectious Otitis Interna - Inner Ear Infection - Internal Ear Infection