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What Causes Severe Headache And Vertigo?
My son-in-law is having severe headache and has equilibrium problem, and has to stay in bed. He is about 68 years old and has been working very hard, get up at 4 am to go to work and come home at 7 pm because of the long distance. I m worried about him. Need to know whether this is a symptom of a stroke? My email address is : YYYY@YYYY . Thank you very much. My name is Julia Tsui
Thu, 25 Oct 2018
Hi,
A headache and equilibrium problem always need proper assessments and evaluation. This may be caused by problems in the ear, or more seriously inside in the brain. Any problem can cause a stroke, mass inside the brain or infection. Many times it may be benign thing. However, I would suggest he should see a neurologist for detailed evaluation and if needed to get a scan done.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mahboob Ur Rahman,
General & Family Physician
A headache and equilibrium problem always need proper assessments and evaluation. This may be caused by problems in the ear, or more seriously inside in the brain. Any problem can cause a stroke, mass inside the brain or infection. Many times it may be benign thing. However, I would suggest he should see a neurologist for detailed evaluation and if needed to get a scan done.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mahboob Ur Rahman,
General & Family Physician
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