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Mild severity · Neurology

Vertigo

BPPV · Spinning dizziness

A false sense of spinning, usually triggered by head movements. The commonest type comes from tiny crystals in the inner ear and is easily corrected.

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At a glance
Prevalence
Common, especially with age
Typical age
40+ years
Outlook
Often quickly treatable
System
Brain
Reviewed by a verified Neurology doctor
What causes it

Causes

  • Loose crystals in the inner ear (BPPV)
  • Inner-ear infections
  • Migraine-related vertigo
  • Reduced blood flow with age
  • Certain medications
How it feels

Symptoms & effects

  • Sudden spinning sensation
  • Triggered by turning the head or rolling over
  • Nausea and imbalance
  • Brief episodes lasting seconds to minutes
  • Jerky eye movements
How it’s treated

Treatment & cure

  • Epley repositioning manoeuvre
  • Vestibular rehabilitation exercises
  • Short-term anti-vertigo medicines
  • Treat inner-ear infection if present
  • Address migraine triggers
Staying ahead

Prevention

  • Move the head slowly
  • Sit down at the first spin
  • Do prescribed balance exercises
  • Treat ear infections promptly

Do’s

  • Change positions slowly and safely
  • Learn the Epley manoeuvre from a doctor
  • Keep well hydrated
  • Report new hearing loss or weakness

Don’ts

  • Drive during an active spell
  • Make sudden head movements
  • Ignore vertigo with slurred speech or weakness
  • Self-medicate long-term with sedatives
See a doctor immediately if

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Disclaimer · This article is educational and reviewed by clinicians, but it cannot replace an in-person assessment. Medication doses, prevention advice and treatment choices vary by person. Always confirm with a doctor before acting on anything here.