labyrinthitis

/ˌlæbərɪnˈθaɪtɪs/
noun
  1. Inflammation of the inner ear, often causing dizziness, vertigo, and hearing loss.
    • Labyrinthitis can make it hard to walk without feeling like the room is spinning.
    • She was diagnosed with labyrinthitis after experiencing severe dizziness for three days.
    • The doctor prescribed medication to reduce the swelling caused by labyrinthitis.