Persistent dizziness or vertigo can disrupt your daily life and may signal an underlying inner ear condition that requires expert evaluation and care.
Common causes of dizziness
- Acoustic Neuroma: An acoustic neuroma is a benign growth on the nerve that connects the inner ear to the brain.
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV): BPPV occurs when tiny calcium crystals in the ears loosen and begin moving about the wrong part of the ear. It is characterized by sudden, short dizziness, often due to head movement. There is no known cause for BPPV. It usually resolves itself in a matter of days.
- Inflammation of the Inner Ear: Dizziness may be one symptom of an inner ear infection.
- Meniere's Disease: Meniere's Disease is characterized by long periods of dizziness, lasting from 30 to 60 minutes or more. It is accompanied by ear ringing, hearing loss, and a feeling of fullness in the ear. There is no known cause or cure for Meniere's Disease, although medication and behavior changes can help reduce the severity of the symptoms.
- Migraines: Some migraines (vestibular migraines) can cause imbalance and vertigo. This may be accompanied by ringing in the ears or hearing loss. Migraine-related vertigo may occur in conjunction with or separate from the migraine headache.
If you're experiencing any form of repetitive or chronic dizziness, contact Coastal Ear Nose & Throat and schedule an appointment with one of our otolaryngologists in Ormond Beach.
