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What Causes Vertigo?

over the past two weeks or so I have had an experience of what I believe is vertigo. The first time I was mowing my lawn on a riding tractor and made a turn in the yard and felt like I was swaying back and forth. It lasted just a few minutes and thankfully I had a good grip on the stearing wheel. The second time was today, I was sitting at my desk at work and all of a sudden it seemed as though my desk was wobbiling back and forth. It wasn t the desk it was me. The first time it happened I do not recall having a headache but today I have had just a slight headache most of the day. Any suggestions?
Wed, 3 Jun 2020
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Hi,

There can be many causes of vertigo. One of the most common cause is diseases associated with ear like labyrinthitis (infection of the ear), vestibular neuritis (inflammation of the nerves) or BPPV (benign positional vertigo). It can also be related to diseases of brain (infection or swelling) or heart disorders (arrhythmia- rhythm disturbances) or cervical spondylosis (neck posture related issues).

Besides this, there are simpler causes like anemia (low hemoglobin), hypoglycemia (low sugar), prolonged fasting, excessive heat, stress, anxiety or lack of proper sleep. Hence, I feel, first of all, focus on lifestyle modifications. Have a good balanced diet with lots of fruits and vegetables and less of tea and coffee. Maintain proper posture while working and sleeping, take good sleep for 7-8 hours, do some meditation or go out for a walk.

If still the symptoms persist then do go for some investigations like- complete blood count, sugar levels, electrolytes, ECG, X-ray cervical spine and MRI brain. This will help us to make a proper diagnosis.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Milinda Gupta, Internal Medicine Specialist
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What Causes Vertigo?

Hi, There can be many causes of vertigo. One of the most common cause is diseases associated with ear like labyrinthitis (infection of the ear), vestibular neuritis (inflammation of the nerves) or BPPV (benign positional vertigo). It can also be related to diseases of brain (infection or swelling) or heart disorders (arrhythmia- rhythm disturbances) or cervical spondylosis (neck posture related issues). Besides this, there are simpler causes like anemia (low hemoglobin), hypoglycemia (low sugar), prolonged fasting, excessive heat, stress, anxiety or lack of proper sleep. Hence, I feel, first of all, focus on lifestyle modifications. Have a good balanced diet with lots of fruits and vegetables and less of tea and coffee. Maintain proper posture while working and sleeping, take good sleep for 7-8 hours, do some meditation or go out for a walk. If still the symptoms persist then do go for some investigations like- complete blood count, sugar levels, electrolytes, ECG, X-ray cervical spine and MRI brain. This will help us to make a proper diagnosis. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Milinda Gupta, Internal Medicine Specialist