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Ive been unable to lie flat since my last mineres attack. It's been months. Anyone else?

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jacqueline96354
jacqueline96354

I can't lie flat without spinning.   Should I try some of the exercises?  I'm. Scared to do them because you have to lie down 

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  • mary16977
    mary16977 jacqueline96354

    Posted

    I haven't lied completely flat for over 10 years lol I'm always worried at the dentist and doctor that I'll go spinning when they need me to be flat. I use a wedge pillow in bed or nap in my recliner. I've mentioned it to the doc with little response...I guess it is what it is.

    You're not alone, hang in there!

    Take care, ~Mary

    • jacqueline96354
      jacqueline96354 mary16977

      Posted

      Thanks for the comment. I get so down about this I tend to cry everyday lately.  Helps to know I’m not the only one.   Thanks
  • nancy54628
    nancy54628 jacqueline96354

    Posted

      I only have the vertigo when I am laying down.

    I being tired most of the time do often lay down during the day & am careful to NOT to be without several pillows and try not be  in a straight line..if that makes any sense, 

    Do  sleep on my back at night as I have TMJ and tend to vere to the left . Have tried the U shaped pillows that fit under the back of my neck but find that is uncomfortable. 

  • NeddyO
    NeddyO jacqueline96354

    Posted

    If the spinning stops within a minute then you probably have BPPV which some Meniere's sufferers develop although the conditions are unrelated. I got this about 3 years after first Meniere's diagnosis, confirmed and treated with the Epley manouevre by my consultant. MY GP did a follow up and taught my wife and I how to do it ourselves. It is not difficult and there are excellent videos on Youtube. You will not make matters worse if you try it so try not to worry.

    However if the spinning does not stop but persists then you should get a follow up with your Consultant to check for other vestibular disorders.

    Good luck.

    • jacqueline96354
      jacqueline96354 NeddyO

      Posted

      Thank you speaking to people about it does help a lot. I feel so bad about it most of the time. Helps to have people to talk to.  Thank you. 
  • sharonl
    sharonl jacqueline96354

    Posted

    Hi..

    Since having g meniers, I too can not lay flat. I need to sleep with my head elevated. Also I cannot do any exercises which is floor relatedl like sit-ups, leg stretches etc. Anything like layi g down and going to a sitting g or standing position has to be done in very slow movements.

    When I got the dentist, I told them that I could not lay flat and they were most accomidating. They now place a small pillow and u set my head which helps and I do not have any problems. I just do not sit up fast afterwards.

    I have heard this symptom is very common with people with meniers.

    Take care.

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