What is Vertigo?
Vertigo is a feeling of spinning or dizziness, where you feel like you or your surroundings are moving when they aren’t. It can range from mild to severe, making it hard to keep your balance. Vertigo can last from a few seconds to several days and is often linked to balance issues. If you experience vertigo, it’s important to seek medical attention for proper diagnosis and treatment.
What Causes Vertigo?
Vertigo is most commonly caused by inner ear issues that affect your sense of balance, though it can also stem from problems in the brain. Key causes include:
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV): Dizziness triggered by certain head movements, caused by tiny crystals in the inner ear getting out of place.
- Inner Ear Infections (Labyrinthitis/Vestibular Neuritis): Infections in the inner ear that cause inflammation and affect balance, leading to dizziness.
- Meniere’s disease: A condition where fluid builds up in the inner ear, causing dizziness (vertigo), hearing loss, and ringing in the ears (tinnitus).
- Migraine: Some migraines cause dizziness or a spinning sensation even without a headache.
- Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD): Ongoing dizziness that gets worse with certain movements or changes in posture.
Symptoms of Vertigo
The main symptom of vertigo is the feeling that you or the room is spinning. This spinning sensation can make you feel very dizzy, sometimes leading to nausea and vomiting.
Depending on the cause, other symptoms may include:
- Trouble focusing your eyes
- General dizziness or lightheadedness
- Hearing loss in one or both ears
- Loss of balance, which may cause falls
- Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
- Nausea and vomiting, potentially leading to dehydration
If vertigo is caused by brain problems (central vertigo), you may experience additional symptoms such as:
- Difficulty swallowing
- Double vision
- Problems with eye movement
- Facial weakness or paralysis
- Slurred speech
- Limb weakness
If you experience severe symptoms like difficulty swallowing or slurred speech, seek medical help immediately.
Why Choose Dr. Chinmay Kumbhar for Vertigo Treatment?
- Specialized Expertise: Dr. Chinmay is experienced in diagnosing and treating vertigo and balance disorders.
- Accurate Diagnosis: Uses modern diagnostic methods to understand the underlying cause of dizziness.
- Tailored Treatment: Provides personalized treatment plans, including medication, vestibular rehabilitation, and lifestyle changes.
- Improved Quality of Life: Aims to help patients regain balance and enjoy an active, symptom-free life.
Visit Dr. Chinmay Kumbhar in Baner, Pune, for expert care and lasting relief from vertigo.