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Meniere's syndrome specifically affects the inner ear. This condition is characterized by episodes of vertigo, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), a feeling of fullness or pressure in the ear, and hearing loss. The inner ear houses the cochlea and the vestibular system, which are crucial for both hearing and balance. The dysfunction in the fluid balance of the inner ear contributes to the symptoms experienced by those with Meniere's syndrome.

The middle ear and its components, such as the Eustachian tube and auditory ossicles, are not directly involved in Meniere's syndrome. The middle ear helps conduct sound waves and equalizes pressure but does not influence the fluid dynamics that are central to this syndrome. Consequently, the focus in Meniere's syndrome is entirely on the inner ear structures and their function.