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What Causes Spinning Sensation When I Lie Down?

the past day or so I have had minor episodes of dizzyness and or vertigo. Even when I am lying down there can be the spinning of what i see around me. I do have some sensitivity in my upper abdomen but that may not be related. my blood pressure, oxygen and pulse are all normal, (I check them regularly). Any ideas
Fri, 24 Nov 2017
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Causes of spinning sensation associated with position could be the case of BPPV, which usually lasts for seconds to minutes.

This is diagnosed by specific positional tests performed by doctors. Other causes could be postural hypotension.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Manu Wilfred
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What Causes Spinning Sensation When I Lie Down?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Causes of spinning sensation associated with position could be the case of BPPV, which usually lasts for seconds to minutes. This is diagnosed by specific positional tests performed by doctors. Other causes could be postural hypotension. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Manu Wilfred