Managing Meniere's DiseaseAbout This Hardback Meniere's disease is a disorder of the inner ear, which is characterized by ringing in the ears, hearing loss, and a fullness in the ear. While it affects only one ear initially, both ears may be affected over time. Episodes typically last between 20 minutes to a few hours. The hearing loss and ringing can become persistent over time. The cause of Meniere's disease consists of both genetic and environmental factors. Increased fluid