Vertigo
The sensation of spinning or movement when still, often due to inner ear or neurological conditions.
Also known as: dizziness, benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, BPPV.
Category: Ear, Nose & Throat
Drugs labeled for Vertigo
10 medication ingredients list an association with vertigo in current FDA labeling.
Symptoms associated with Vertigo
The following symptoms have been associated with Vertigo in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Hearing Loss
A reduced ability to hear, which can be sudden or gradual and related to the ear, nerves, or aging....
Involuntary Eye Movement
Rapid, involuntary back-and-forth eye movements, which can be related to inner ear or neurological conditions....
Nausea and vomiting
Nausea is a commonly encountered symptom that has been defined as an unpleasant painless subjective feeling th...
Tinnitus
Tinnitus is an auditory perception that can be described as the experience of sound, in the ear or in the head...
Vertigo
An abnormal sensation of spinning while the body is actually stationary....
Tests used to investigate Vertigo
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Vertigo. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Conditions with overlapping symptoms
These conditions share symptoms with Vertigo, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.
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Fabry disease
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Gitelman syndrome
Gitelman syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Meniere Disease
A disorder of the inner ear causing episodes of vertigo, tinnitus, hearing loss, and a feeling of fullness in ...
Relapsing polychondritis
Relapsing polychondritis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Susac syndrome
Susac syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
When to seek emergency care
Seek emergency care for vertigo with slurred speech, facial droop, weakness, or difficulty walking.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vertigo?
Vertigo is a health condition described in medical literature. The sensation of spinning or movement when still, often due to inner ear or neurological conditions.
What are the symptoms of Vertigo?
Vertigo is associated with 5 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Hearing Loss, Involuntary Eye Movement, Nausea and vomiting, Tinnitus, Vertigo. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Vertigo diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Vertigo include CBC with Differential, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP). This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Vertigo, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.