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Vertigo is a common symptom characterized by a sensation of dizziness, spinning and light-headedness that is associated with imbalance or loss of equilibrium. In the US, about 40 percent of people would experience vertigo at least once during their lifetime. Its prevalence is slightly higher in women and increases with natural aging. Severe cases of vertigo can be a result of disturbances in the balance of the body caused by diseases of the inner ear (vestibular system) or the nervous system. It is often associated with symptoms like nausea and vomiting. Vertigo can be classified into two types, depending on the cause:
• Postural vertigo: This occurs with a sudden change of body position, usually when moving from a lying or sitting down to a standing position.
• Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV): This is the most common type of vertigo and is caused by sudden jerky movements of the head.
What are the Risk Factors?
Certain factors may trigger vertigo:
-- Traveling (motion sickness)
-- Natural aging
-- Chronic diseases like migraine or cervical spondylosis
-- History of head injury
How is it Diagnosed?
The medical history, symptoms and a physical examination are usually sufficient to diagnose the condition.
In severe cases, tests such as an ENG (Electronystagmogram) scan, an MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) scan and auditory tests may be used to determine the causes of vertigo.
What are the Treatment Options?
Conventional Treatment
The conventional system of medicine uses some drugs to relieve vertigo. These include:
-- Antiemetics - meclizine (Antivert), dimenhydrinate (Dramamine), bismuth subsalicylate (Kaopectate), promethazine (Phenargan). They also relieve other symptoms associated with vertigo, such as nausea and vomiting.
-- Benzodiazepines - diazepam (Valium). These drugs have a calming effect on the mind, but long-term use can make you dependent and addictive. Some side-effects of these drugs are hives, difficulty in breathing, confusion, unusual thoughts or behavior, depression, hyperactivity, hallucinations, jaundice, nausea, vomiting, fever and tremors.
If these medications fail to relieve your condition, your physician may recommend other treatment options, such as vestibular rehabilitation therapy (VRT). This includes exercises with specific head and body movements and eye exercises, to strengthen the muscles and increase tolerance for certain risk factors of vertigo. However, the efficacy of this therapy is still under scrutiny.
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Tips
-- Rest until vertigo subsides
-- Do not change your position abruptly and avoid sudden jerky movements of the head
-- Avoid excessive consumption of caffeine and alcohol
-- Avoid stress and anxiety
-- Do not drive or use heavy machinery while suffering from vertigo
Eric Zhou
Director,Web Development and Analysis
Rittenhouse Book Distributors, Inc.
eric.zhou@rittenhouse.com
610-239-2586
www.rittenhouse.com
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