Balance Disorders

Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), Meniere's disease, and vestibular neuritis are all common causes of balance disorders.

Dizziness is the most common symptom of a balance disorder. It is a feeling of lightheadedness, unsteadiness, or spinning.

Dizziness is a feeling of lightheadedness, unsteadiness, or spinning. Vertigo is a feeling of spinning or moving when you are not actually moving.

Nausea, vomiting, and headache are all common symptoms of a balance disorder.

Aging is the most common cause of BPPV. It is thought that the calcium carbonate crystals in the inner ear become dislodged and move into the semicircular canals, where they can cause dizziness.

The exact cause of Meniere's disease is unknown, but it is thought to be caused by a combination of factors, including genetics, immune system dysfunction, and environmental triggers.

Vestibular neuritis is most commonly caused by a viral infection, such as the flu or the common cold.

A balance disorder is diagnosed based on a physical examination, balance testing, and a hearing test.

The treatment for a balance disorder depends on the underlying cause. Treatment may include medication, physical therapy, or surgery.

There are a number of things that can be done to prevent a balance disorder, including getting regular exercise, eating a healthy diet, and avoiding smoking.

Most people with a balance disorder recover completely. However, some people may have long-term symptoms, such as dizziness or vertigo. Balance disorders can be fatal in rare cases.

Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is the most common type of balance disorder. It is a condition in which the tiny calcium carbonate crystals in the inner ear become dislodged and move into the semicircular canals, where they can cause dizziness.

Vertigo is the most common symptom of Meniere's disease. It is a feeling of spinning or moving when you are not actually moving.

Dizziness is the most common symptom of vestibular neuritis. It is a feeling of lightheadedness, unsteadiness, or spinning.

Vertigo is the most common symptom of labyrinthitis. It is a feeling of spinning or moving when you are not actually moving.