Labyrinthitis

Key facts Labyrinthitis is an inflammatory condition of your inner ear. Most people with labyrinthitis feel a false sense of movement. The most common cause of labyrinthitis is a viral infection. What is labyrinthitis? Labyrinthitis is an inflammatory condition of your inner ear. An infection causes the labyrinth (a delicate structure deep inside your ear) to become inflamed. This can affect your hearing and balance. What are the symptoms of labyrinthitis? Most people with labyrinthitis feel that the room is spinning. This is also known as vertigo. It can be mild, or it can be so bad it is hard to