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Gentamicin injections 4 days ago and my dizziness is so bad

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jacks1968
jacks1968

Hi I had gentamicin injection 4 days ago my consultant says the only side effect was hearing loss but yesterday and today i am so dizzy i can barely walk and I'm also been sick. Is this normal and how long will it take to calm down.

Thanks jackie

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  • tracey94
    tracey94 jacks1968

    Posted

    Hi Jackie. Sorry to hear you are feeling awful. I have been recommended Gentimicin injections into my inner ear for a balance problem. My consultant told me that I would feel dizzy for a few weeks after the procedure as the other ear needs time to kick in and control your balance. I am not sure whether this is the same as you have had. Are you able to call your consultant to check? Hope you feel better soon smile
    • jacks1968
      jacks1968 tracey94

      Posted

      Thanks Tracey. He never mentioned this. Ive tried phoning today but haven't received a call back yet. I hope your right and it eases. I fly on holiday in 2 weeks so I'm starting to panic.

      Jackie

    • tracey94
      tracey94 jacks1968

      Posted

      I would definitely keep phoning as you need an answer. In my experience with hospitals not calling back, the best thing to do is call their complaints line or similar. This seems to get fairly quick action in my experience! Try not to panic - I know that for me, stress and panicking actually make my dizziness worse. I hope you can get some advice and reassurance soon. Hoping that things will soon settle down for you so you and you have a great holiday smile
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