More often than not, vertigo is the result of a problem with the inner ear. Within the inner ear are fluid-filled canals that act as sensors for our bodies. Movement of this fluid lets the brain know how the head and body are positioned so that balance can be maintained. The inner ear is responsible [...]
Meniere’s disease is a disorder that affects the inner ear. The inner ear serves two roles; it plays an important part in hearing as well as your sense of balance. When a person is suffering from Meniere’s disease, these two functions can be dramatically compromised. Meniere’s is characterized by episodes of vertigo, which can be [...]
A Vertigo attack can be extremely disturbing. All of a sudden, the room is spinning around you, and you struggle to maintain balance. Vertigo attacks can also be accompanied by nausea, headaches, sweating, and ringing in the ears. Although there are several causes for vertigo, it’s important to understand how the brain receives signals about [...]
Vertigo is a condition that affects the inner ear and the brain’s ability to process signals that provide balance and stability. A vertigo attack comes with the sensation that either you or your surroundings are in a spin. This can also lead to a loss of balance, nausea, or even vomiting in more severe cases. [...]
At some point in their lives, many adults will experience a bout of dizziness. In fact, dizziness, vertigo, and disequilibrium are fairly common symptoms that result in a visit to the doctor. In many cases, the incident is isolated and does not recur. However, for some people, the issue becomes chronic, and this can result [...]
People usually use the word dizzy to describe both dizziness and vertigo which can cause confusion when speaking with a doctor. Let’s look at the difference between dizziness and vertigo so that you can describe your condition accurately. When a person is dizzy, he or she feels light-headed and maybe feel about to pass out. [...]