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How Should Sinus Allergy Like Symptoms Along With Dizziness And Imbalance Be Managed?
Question: Hi >>I have been suffering with what I thought was a sinus infection or severe allergy attack. But along with it went dizziness and an off balance feeling. I looked up causes and labrinthitis came up. what can I take over the counter to feel normal again. I have a performance to give on Sunday.. Help cjhchoicevoice@gmail .com
Brief Answer:
antivert, dramamine, benadryl
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Sinus infection or allergies can cause dizziness because of its effect on the ear. The inner ear plays a major role in balance. Blocked sinuses can affect a tube in the ear called the eustachian tube. This tube has different functions including equalizing the pressure in the ear.
Labyrinthitis can occur due to a viral infection, though there are other causes. If there is a sinus infection present, it can lead, in some persons to a viral infection of the inner ear.
You can use over the counter meds such as meclizine (antivert) or dramamine (not just useful for nausea/vomiting, used for dizziness as well) or benadryl.
These are all old antihistamines, old antihistamines have been found to be useful for dizziness but will make you drowsy.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
antivert, dramamine, benadryl
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Sinus infection or allergies can cause dizziness because of its effect on the ear. The inner ear plays a major role in balance. Blocked sinuses can affect a tube in the ear called the eustachian tube. This tube has different functions including equalizing the pressure in the ear.
Labyrinthitis can occur due to a viral infection, though there are other causes. If there is a sinus infection present, it can lead, in some persons to a viral infection of the inner ear.
You can use over the counter meds such as meclizine (antivert) or dramamine (not just useful for nausea/vomiting, used for dizziness as well) or benadryl.
These are all old antihistamines, old antihistamines have been found to be useful for dizziness but will make you drowsy.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
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