What Causes Loss Of Balance, Restlessness And Headache In An Elderly Person?

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Detailed Answer:
I read your question carefully and I understand your concern.

There can be several causes to your symptoms, they are not very specific, meaning they can be found in the setting of many different conditions.. First I guess what worries one most at your age would be a stroke. While it is not possible to completely exclude it, generally there would be other symptoms such as slurred speech, balance and movement coordination issues, double vision or visual field restriction (not seeing stuff on one side), weakness or numbness of the face and limbs etc. So I wouldn’t consider it likely, but still if the headache becomes intense and the balance issues are severe enough not to be able to walk I think a trip to the ER is necessary even in the absence of the other symptoms to check for other neurological signs you might have missed.

Among other causes the most common would be inner ear conditions which are also heavily involved in maintaining balance. Generally it is still possible to walk in inner ear conditions and there is not a marked headache.

Heart issues such as arrhythmia or blood pressure fluctuations are also a possible cause. If possible to do at home you should check your blood pressure and pulse for irregularities.

Viral infections or metabolic issues may also cause dizziness and headache.

So to resume if the symptoms of headache and loss of balance increase you should check to the ER for a neurological physical exam and some common blood tests to screen for issues like infections, anemia, metabolic alterations, heart arrhythmia (routine tests such as blood count, glucose, electrolytes and EKG).

I remain at your disposal for other questions.

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Brief Answer:
You're welcome

Detailed Answer:
I hope you'll feel better soon!

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