Dizziness And Vertigo

The most common causes of vertigo include:

• Inner ear problems – Deep inside the ear, there is a small network of tubes that are filled with fluid. Floating inside that fluid are special calcium deposits. Together, these tubes and deposits make up the “vestibular system.” This system tells the brain what position the body is in. It also helps keep you balanced
• Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo – In this condition, extra calcium deposits form in the inner ear. This can lead to short episodes of vertigo that happen when you move your head in certain ways.
• Meniere disease – This is a condition in which fluid builds up inside the inner ear. This causes vertigo as well as hearing loss and ringing in one or both ears.
• Vestibular neuritis – This is sometimes caused by a virus which can affect the inner ear or the nerve in the inner ear. It is sometimes called “labyrinthitis.” People with this condition have vertigo that comes on quickly and can last several days. They also often feel very sick and off balance.
• Head injury – Even a minor head injury can cause inner ear damage and vertigo. This is usually temporary.
•  Vestibular migraine – People who get migraines, which are a type of headache, can sometimes have episodes of vertigo. This can happen with or without a headache.
• Other problems –
  Other things that can cause vertigo include:
  
  Certain medicines
  • Problems that affect the brain, such as stroke or multiple sclerosis
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