Labyrinthitis – a condition where one of the vestibular nerves in the ear becomes inflamed)
Central vertigo (problem in the back part of the brain or brain stem)
Vertigo may last only a few seconds or last for weeks or months.
Epley Maneuver
Cause
Suddenly when you tip your head up or down, when you lie down, or when you turn over or sit up in bed (change in the position of your head)
Movement of Otolith crystals in the ear [made of gelatinous matrix and calcium carbonate in the viscous fluid of the saccule and utricle, The inertia (movement) of these small particles causes them to stimulate hair cells when the head moves]
Cold sores and other signs of previous viral illness may indicate vestibular neuritis (condition that affects the vestibular nerve, which connects the inner ear to the brain, causing prolonged vertigo usually in the absence of significant hearing loss).
Vitamin D deficiency (more Otolith crystals movement/dislodged since these crystals are part made up of calcium, vitamin D helps to control calcium balance).
Please talk to your healthcare professional (i.e. Medical Doctor/Pharmacist) for further advice
Detailed Information
Please copy and paste any key words from the title: Vertigo in the following respective 'Medtick References and/or Sources' to find out more about the disease (this also may include diagnosis tests and generic medical treatments).
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