What Causes Sensation Of Rotation Of Vision During Sleeping And Dizziness?

Posted on Tue, 21 Jul 2015

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Question : I am 80 years old and I felt rotation of vision durng sleeping. I started with Vertin 16 andStuggeron. I felt dizziness and unable to stand without support. Can I stop these medications temperorily

Answered by Dr. Prakash H Muddegowda (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Yes, it can be. However, need to be extra careful regarding dizziness.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for asking.
I am Dr. Prakash HM and I will be answering your query.
Based on your query, my opinion is as follows:

1. Yes, these medications can be stopped temporarily.
2. However, risk of fall if present, will be exaggerated.
3. If you have dizziness during movements from sleeping to sitting or sitting to standing, it may be postural hypotension. Slow shift in movements, helps in blood pressure adjustment, thereby reducing dizziness.
4. Have good hydration (at least 5-6 liters of water/ day) and nutrition.

Hope it helps.
Any further queries, here to help again.

Dr. Prakash HM

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar