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Vertigo balance problem

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djh22
djh22

Hi folks, just wondering if anyone else have the same symptoms as me while I await an appointment with ENT.I'm constantly feeling "wonky" when I walk and when I turn or move my head it feels like I'm still moving in that direction after I've stopped,I've had this for about 3 months now and it seemed to start following a very bad Shingles attack (but not in my ears) I've already had brain CT and MRI scans because I reported it to the Docs when I was in Hospital for another reason and they came back normal so they arranged an appointment with ENT balance clinic,I've also had the Dix Halpyke which did not provoke any nystigmus.

Thanks in advance,

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  • nikki1978
    nikki1978 djh22

    Posted

    Have you seen a neuro-otologist? They specialize in the inner ear and may be able to help you more.
    • djh22
      djh22 nikki1978

      Posted

      Hi nikki, no, the referring Doctor didn't see the need so I've only been referred Ear nose & throat department for balance assessment.

  • Waffalobill
    Waffalobill djh22

    Posted

    I would try to get a referral to neurotologist like Nikki mentioned. It may take a while to get into see one. ENT may not be able to help. If he can't you will be on the list atleast. If he helps, cancel neurotologist.

    • djh22
      djh22 Waffalobill

      Posted

      Thanks Wafalobill, yes I will mention it to my GP,but in my area of the UK on the NHS I think one has to see the Augiologist for assessment then be referred up if the tests indicate the need,I can't afford to pay for private treatment.

    • Waffalobill
      Waffalobill djh22

      Posted

      My ENT had a audiologist in his office. But the neurotologist I was referred to had one as well and repeated audiogram.
  • paula59
    paula59 djh22

    Posted

    Hi - you need to see a neurologist.  ENT dont know much about this.  It can be vestibular migraine.  Instead of getting the headache the brain stem sends electricity over the vestibular system.  Can be known as migraine associated vertigo.  Go on FB and there is a brilliant site for VESTIBULAR MIGRAINE.  Should help you a lot.  Good luck.
    • djh22
      djh22 paula59

      Posted

      Thanks Paula, you could be right as some days I feel "normal" again and other days I've got that drunk feeling,I think the Doc thinks I had Labyrinthitis after the Shingles which hasn't compensated and now I need some rehab.

  • djh22
    djh22

    Posted

    Just had my appointment in the post and it's an hour at Audiology for "balance assessment rehabilitation" - Anybody had this or know what it entails ?.

  • bertin_54
    bertin_54 djh22

    Posted

    i feel this way for allmost 2 year now .i go for walk and feel i am on a boat . 24/7.

     

    • djh22
      djh22 bertin_54

      Posted

      Sorry to hear that bertin,it's a horrible feeling,have you had any tests or treatments ?

  • pauline59158
    pauline59158 djh22

    Posted

    You all seem to have the same symptoms as me. Are you just learning to live with it, and are you still driving.

     

    • djh22
      djh22 pauline59158

      Posted

      I'm trying my best to let my body adjust but on really bad days I take Prochlorperazine tablets.I also have an appointment soon at the balance clinic.

    • djh22
      djh22

      Posted

      I stopped driving last December, it makes me feel worse and I have eye sight problems.
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