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Vertigo attack’s only when in a sitting position

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howard1234
howard1234

I have had Meniere’s Syndrome for about 7 years and had very few vertigo attacks until the last few months. There is a pattern in that most attacks take place when I’m seated at my office desk or in a meeting. Today’s attack was very strong but short lived - just a few minutes. Has anyone else noticed a pattern to their vertigo attacks and in particular, has them when seated?

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  • Younginbro
    Younginbro howard1234

    Posted

    I have not been officially diagnosed with Meniere's but I seem to have all the symptoms. My Vertigo attacks started 10 years ago and was initially told it was BPPV.

    My last visit with my ENT told me no, it is probably Meniere's and wants me to go in for more tests. ( Loss of Hearing etc. )  

    In answer to your question, for me, it does not seem to matter what particular position I am in, standing sitting, etc, Luckily, I have only had handful of really bad episodes. When they do happen, I have been under a lot of stress. Not enough sleep, tired and usually in the morning.  

    I doubt if this helps, but that is my history with Vertigo.From what I have read, Meniere's affects people differently. I think that is why it is so hard to diagnose.

     

  • Evdilos
    Evdilos howard1234

    Posted

         The problem with Meniere's is that the attacks and degree of vertigo vary from individual to individual. I wonder if you take coffee to your office or your meetings. For some people caffeine can trigger an attack.

    Evdilos

  • Guest
    Guest howard1234

    Posted

    Hi. Have been charged for BPPV? Maybe get an eply maneuver to rule it out.  I have learned that vestibular migraines can cause vertigo attacks the same as that of menieres disease. Vestibular migraines can be with pain or painless. They can be brought on by  lighting such as florescent lights, etc. 

    Menieres disease can simply worsen over time.  I came down with BPPV a couple years after being diagnosed 4 years ago. I recently had a sac decompression because my vertigo attacks could not be controlled by the preventive medicines.  I did have some minor issues for several years prior to my firm diagnosis. 

    Best to you...

  • arcticblueice
    arcticblueice howard1234

    Posted

    Hey Howard, I also think that it could be stressed related because of the environment. I have bilateral MD and for me stress is a main trigger. You can control your salt intake but stress management can be tricky. I have a high pressure job so I have to be extra careful all the time.... all the best to you.
    • Guest
      Guest arcticblueice

      Posted

      Hi. You are so right. Stress is a real trigger. When I was working under high stress, I could feel myself becoming unsteady and a bit swimmy at times whether it was in meetings or doing presentations.  I had to start anticipating this possibility ahead of time and be better prepared for it.  It is still the same today if there is a very stressful event. But now I have to contend with the possibility of full blown vertigo attacks.  Barometric pressure is another factor. 
    • arcticblueice
      arcticblueice Guest

      Posted

      Hey rubye, you are spot on with Barometric pressure being another main trigger.

      The weather changes are awful with vestibular disorders.

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