What Causes Dizziness And Nausea In A Vertigo Patient?

Posted on Tue, 27 Sep 2016

Question: I am having periods of vertigo. I never know when it will strike. I have diabetes, migraine ha. I have found no help or reason for the dizziness. It makes me nauseous, I have to hold onto walls or a cane to stay upright and sometimes fall into a person for no reason. I have been in my doctors office when it has happened. He checked my ears n said they are clear. These spells are sporadic n don't last long. I am in a vertigo spell now and yesterday. Should I seek an ent doc. The doc I am with now is new to me and to medicine. I like him but my sugar is still high with a change in Meds n diet. I've lost a few lbs n the sugar is changing slowing. I am a 73yo/we

Answered by Dr. Dr.Raju.A.T (6 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Consultation

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for your query.

Vertigo due to vestibular apparatus defects are tested with special maneuvers only ENT special would know better.

I recommend a visit to an ENT specialist.

Your symptoms seem typical.

Hope, I answered your query.

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