Johns Hopkins otologist and SCDS surgeon John Carey, M.D., discusses the importance of getting an accurate SCDS diagnosis, as this condition can be misdiagnosed. Learn about the symptoms of SDCS and what tests are needed for an accurate diagnosis.

Steph shares her experiences of staying at The Johns Hopkins Hospital after two surgeries to repair bilateral SCDS with her surgeon, John Carey, M.D.  Learn about what she packed, her vestibular therapy and her hospital stay. 

Carrie discusses what it was like facing a one-sided superior canal dehiscence syndrome (SCDS) repair with her Johns Hopkins surgeon, John Carey, M.D. Hear about her concerns, how she coped with her presurgical anxiety and how she feels now having gone through the procedure.

Ben discusses his post-operative experience following his first SCDS surgical repair with his surgeon, John Carey. M.D., from Johns Hopkins. Hear about Ben’s recovery, the symptoms he experienced, his participation in vestibular therapy and when he was able to return to normal activities.

Neuro-otologist and skull base surgeon Daniel Sun, M.D., discusses cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak, a condition in which an opening develops between the brain and the ear or sinuses. Prompt diagnosis and treatment is recommended to prevent infection and serious problems. CSF leaks can also signal other health problems that require medical attention.

Nurse practitioner Rachel Hisim talks about presbycusis, which is age-related hearing loss that happens gradually in high pitches in both ears.

Nurse practitioner Rachel Hisim discusses vestibular migraine headaches, which are categorized as atypical and marked by dizziness, ear pain, sinus pressure or ringing in the ear.