Ménière's disease Ménière's disease Ménière's disease (MD) is a disorder of the inner ear that is characterized by episodes of feeling like the world is spinning (vertigo), ringing in the ears (tinnitus), hearing loss, and a fullness in the ear. Typically only one ear is affected, at least initially; however, over time both ears may become involved. Episodes generally last from 20 minutes to a few hours. The time between episodes varies. Over time the hearing loss and ringing in the ears may become constant. The cause of Ménière's disease is unclear but likely involves both genetic and environmental factors. A number
A Knight of the Word A Knight of the Word A Knight of the Word is a fantasy novel by American writer Terry Brooks, the second book in the "Word & Void series", a prequel to his "Shannara" series. It was first published in 1998 by Ballantine's Del Rey division (). The setting is primarily Seattle, Washington around Halloween in 2002, five years after the events of "Running with the Demon". The story follows John Ross as he attempts to leave his service to the Word, while Nest Freemark tries to restore his faith. It is followed by the novel "Angel Fire East". John Ross,