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What is Chronic Positional Vertigo?
Vertigo is the sensation of spinning or a feeling of the movement of surroundings. Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo is caused by an inner ear problem. It usually causes brief bouts of vertigo that come and go.
For some people, benign paroxysmal positional vertigo goes away on its own in a few weeks. However, it can appear again after some time. It does not indicate a serious health problem. It can be treated easily.
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Get A Second OpinionCauses for Positional Vertigo
A problem in the inner ear causes positional vertigo. The problems may include:
- Tiny calcium "stones" inside your inner ear canals assist you in maintaining your balance.
- These stones normally move around when you move in a certain way, such as standing up or turning your head.
- These stones can sometimes move into the semicircular canal of your inner ear.
- The stones in the semicircular canal move when you move your head in certain ways.
- The stones cause dizziness because they activate sensors in the semicircular canal.
Positional Vertigo Symptoms
The following are some of the signs and benign paroxysmal positional vertigo symptoms (BPPV):
- Dizziness
- Feeling as if you or your surroundings are spinning or moving
- Unsteadiness or a loss of balance
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- A different or severe headache
- Fever
- Double vision
- Hearing loss
- Trouble speaking
- Leg or arm weakness
- Loss of consciousness
- Falling or difficulty walking
- Numbness or tingling sensation
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Book an AppointmentPositional Vertigo Diagnosis and Tests
A doctor will perform some physical tests and basic investigations to diagnose positional vertigo. You may be subjected to a test in which your doctor observes your eyes while turning your head and assisting you in lying back.
Other conditions can cause chronic positional vertigo, so if your doctor does not believe you have BPPV, you may be asked to have additional tests.
Positional Vertigo Treatment
Positional vertigo treatment involves manoeuvres like the Epley and Semont manoeuvres, exercises like Brandt-Daroff, medications, and rarely, surgery.
- In most cases of BPPV, your doctor can perform one of two procedures. These procedures are known as the Epley and Semont manoeuvres.
- Your brain will most likely become accustomed to the perplexing signals it receives from your inner ear over time.
- In either case, you can do some simple exercises to train your brain to become accustomed to the perplexing vertigo signals.
- Surgical substitute - In rare cases where the physical therapies and medicinal treatment fail, your doctor may recommend surgery.
- A bone plug is used in this procedure to block the portion of your inner ear that is causing dizziness.
- The plug prevents your ear's semicircular canal from responding to particle movements or head movements in general.
- Canal plugging surgery has a success rate of about 90%. Severe nausea and vomiting may benefit from medication.
- If you experience a sudden attack of vertigo, take extra precautions to avoid injuring yourself or others.
Chronic Positional Vertigo Home Remedies
- There are steps you can take to alleviate the dizziness caused by positional vertigo.
- Keep an eye on your surroundings and avoid putting yourself in danger.
- It is always possible that you can lose control of your balance. Falls can result in serious injuries.
- Whenever you feel dizzy, sitting down can help you avoid falling.
Learn what causes your episodes as well. Preventing vertigo symptoms from worsening during BPV episodes can be as simple as avoiding the positions that cause them.
Correct diagnosis and timely treatment will help you to avoid serious complications of vertigo. Do not delay; Consult our top Neurologists.
Conclusion
Some types of vertigo are completely curable. For example, if you have vertigo as a result of an ear infection, your doctor may be able to prescribe antibiotics to treat the underlying cause.
Frequently Asked Questions
Chronic positional vertigo is a condition defined by frequent episodes of vertigo triggered by changes in head position, which can last for a long time.
Treatment may include vestibular rehabilitation exercises, canalith repositioning procedures (e.g., Epley manoeuvre for BPPV), medications to control symptoms or underlying conditions, and lifestyle modifications.
In many cases, chronic positional vertigo can be effectively managed and symptoms reduced or eliminated with appropriate treatment and lifestyle adjustments. However, the underlying cause may impact long-term outcomes.
If you experience recurring vertigo or dizziness triggered by head movements, it's important to consult a doctor for proper diagnosis and personalized treatment recommendations.
While it may not be entirely preventable, managing underlying health conditions, avoiding triggers like sudden head movements, and following treatment recommendations can reduce the frequency and severity of vertigo episodes.
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