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Generated 12 Oct 2026
ENT · ENT / Otology and neurotology

Mal de debarquement syndrome

Also known as: MdDS

Persistent rocking sensation after sea travel.

Medical specialty
ENT
Subspecialty
ENT / Otology and neurotology
Sex & age distribution
Male: affected; Female: affected, female predominance; Children: rare
Gene(s) involved
None recorded

Etiology & mechanism

Maladaptation of the vestibular system.

Gene(s) involved (0)

No gene recorded.

Symptoms & signs (5)

anxietyfatigueheadachesimbalancerocking sensation
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