Definition
Vertigo is dizziness characterized by the illusion of movement.
Symptoms
- dizziness
- Nausea and vomiting
- Loss of balance
- Sweating
Reasons
Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, Meniere's disease, vestibular neuritis.
Diagnosis
Physical examination, Dix-Hallpike test, audiometry.
Treatment
Repositioning maneuvers, vestibular rehabilitation, drug therapy.
Which Polyclinic Should You Apply To?
Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Polyclinic or Neurology Polyclinic
What to Do in an Emergency?
In case of severe dizziness and neurological symptoms, emergency services should be consulted.
This page is for general information purposes only.