
What Causes Dizziness And Nausea In A Vertigo Patient?

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
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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.
Wish you good health.
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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.
Wish you good health.
Please do ask if any doubts.
If you are satisfied with the answer, please rate the same with five stars and close.
If in future you need to consult me, you can approach me directly through the below link.
http://doctor.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-raju-a-t/60137
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