Is Lightheadedness A Symptom Of Vertigo?

Posted on Sat, 20 Aug 2016

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Question : I think I have Virtigo. What should I do

I have been light headed for 4 weeks and think I have Veritgo, Have not taken any medication to help it. (Veritigo)

Answered by Dr. Dr.Raju.A.T (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
ENT consultation

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for your query.

Yes, light headedness can be vertigo. Before starting the treatment diagnosis must be confirmed. This is done by certain specific tests like Dix-Hallpike maneuver.

You must consult an ENT specialist who can perform the above tests and confirm the diagnosis.

Sooner the treatment is started better the response is. Also, recurrence will be less.

Hope, I answered your query.

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