Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) is an inner ear disorder in which changes in the position of the head, such as tipping the head backwards, lead to sudden vertigo. The vertigo sensation can range from mild to severe and usually lasts only a few minutes. It is most commonly attributed to calcium debris within the posterior semicircular canal, known as canalithiasis.
BPPV is not a sign of a serious problem, and it usually disappears on its own.
Symptoms
Spinning dizziness
Lasts one minute or less
Recurrent
Precipitated by head movement
or Dizziness
common
Feeling unsteady
common
Feel like vomiting
common
Throwing up
Risk factors
History of stroke
or Head injury
Treatment
Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) may go away in a few weeks by itself. If treatment is needed, it usually consists of head exercises. These exercises will move the particles out of the semicircular canals of your inner ear to a place where they will not cause vertigo, it is known as the particle Repositioning Maneuver.
Recommended specialist
If you have Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, then a visit to an ENT specialist is recommended.
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ENT specialist
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