Meniere's disease and sodium

Sodium is part of the body's fluid regulation system. Large changes in sodium intake may change fluid handling, which could affect inner-ear pressure for some people with Meniere's disease. This is a management consideration, not proof that sodium explains every episode.

Dizziness, vertigo, hearing loss and ringing in the ears can fluctuate independently. A symptom diary can show whether changes follow restaurant meals, packaged foods, skipped meals, poor sleep or another pattern.

Discuss your usual diet with a GP Consultation clinician before making major changes. If a lower-sodium approach is advised, compare food labels, limit heavily salted convenience foods and use herbs or spices for flavour. Keep fluids and meals regular unless your clinician has given different instructions.

Do not use salt tablets, water restriction or strong dietary rules without medical advice. Kidney, heart and blood-pressure conditions, along with some medicines, can change what is safe for you.

Get urgent help for sudden hearing loss, new weakness, speech trouble, fainting, severe headache or inability to stand or walk. Seek prompt advice if vomiting, thirst or reduced urination suggests dehydration, or if attacks are escalating.

Ask whether sodium consistency fits your health profile, how to read food labels, whether medicines affect fluid balance, and whether a Hearing Test is needed.