What is Vertigo?
What Causes Vertigo? There are different causes of vertigo, including: Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) – where certain head movements trigger vertigo Migraines – severe headaches Labyrinthitis – inflammation of the inner ear Vestibular Neuronitis – inflammation of the vestibular nerve, which runs into the inner ear and sends messages to the brain that help to control balance Certain medications If you are experiencing vertigo, talk to your primary care provider first. He or she may refer you to a neurologist or an ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialist. Treatment for Vertigo Some cases of vertigo will improve over time without treatment. However, some cases will last for months, or even years. Common treatments for chronic vertigo include: The Epley maneuver is a series of head movements that are performed to decrease the symptoms of vertigo. To the right is an example of a treatment using the Epley maneuver: Doctors may also prescribe medicines such as antih...