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Benign positional paroxysmal vertigo

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chris02742
chris02742

Hi my name is Christine and was diagnosed with bppv. My head feels dizzy all of the time but mostly when I get out of bed is when I feel the dizziest . I haven't been eating much due to being nauseous for the past two days and am hoping that with medication and exercises the doctor gave to do will start working. I'm feeling a bit down thinking that this won't go away.ive never experienced this and really don't know what to expect. I've also been feeling very tired . Is that another symptom??

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  • NeddyO
    NeddyO chris02742

    Posted

    It is probably the anti-nausea medication that is making you drowsy. Sounds as if you have only seen your GP. You should be assessed by a Consultant/Specialist in this field. There is a special physical manouevre that can be performed on you which was very helpful for a relative of mine. But it is important to make sure that BPPV is what you have as there are other conditions that affect the inner ear, hence the need for specialist assessment and advice. Good luck.
    • chris02742
      chris02742 NeddyO

      Posted

      I've only had this condition for three days now and did go see a on call doc at the hospital. She gave me meds and I was told to do exercises for bppv . She said that the meds would help but it seems to get worse when I take it. Don't know how long it will take to get the effect I need to get rid of the nausea and dizziness ??
    • chris02742
      chris02742

      Posted

      The only thing that relieves the dizziness is lying down and sleeping
    • NeddyO
      NeddyO chris02742

      Posted

      Get yourself referred to a specialist/consultant for full tests incuding an MRI scan to eliminate other problems and ensure you have the right diagnosis.
  • misskent
    misskent chris02742

    Posted

    Hello, I have just posted on the Menieres site and saw your entry. I have had Menieres Disease for years and retired due to ill helath...but now I am also getting the spins every time I get up or lie down.

    So I am wondering if I also have BPPV....something to ask my consultant when I see him on thursday.

    Hope you have had more tests etc??? How are you now????

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