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Unsteadiness/dizziness
I had dizziness when I woke up in the morning and turned over for the first time
Improvement in dizziness also leads to improvement in auditory symptoms
When I am dizzy, it is hard to hear the surrounding sounds
Heard a "pop" in the ear, before the symptoms started
Dizziness when standing for long periods of time
When I close my eyes the dizziness gets worse
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What is vestibular neuritis?
Vestibular neuritis is inflammation of the vestibular nerve which connects the inner ear to the brain and maintains body balance and eye movements. The nerve function is affected resulting in dizziness, balance problems, nausea and vomiting. Most common cause is viral infection affecting the inner ear or a general viral infection.
Symptoms of vestibular neuritis
Dizziness
I feel like I'm spinning around / vertigo
Nausea or vomiting
Sensation of imbalance as if floating when at sea
Headache
Questions your doctor may ask to check for vestibular neuritis
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose vestibular neuritis
Are you feeling dizzy right now?
Do you feel like your surroundings are spinning around?
Do you have nausea or vomiting?
Do you feel like you are floating / off-balance like you are at sea?
Do you have headaches or does your head feel heavy?
Treatment for vestibular neuritis
Antiviral medications, medication in to reduce inflammation and manage symptoms like nausea, vomiting, dizziness and balance issues are usually prescribed.
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Dr. Rohini R is an ENT, Head and Neck Surgeon, with a Fellowship in Advanced Endoscopic Sinus and Skull Base Surgery and a Fellowship in Aesthetic Medicine and Lasers. Besides clinical practice and working with Ubie, she is actively training and mentoring medical students and residents. She has functioned in various work settings - teaching hospitals, private and free health centers, and worked with patients from all socioeconomic backgrounds due to her experience in free hospitals and volunteering in India and Singapore.
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