I have had dizziness for the past few months, and my doctor sent me to an ear, nose, and throat (ENT) doctor who told my I have a type of dizziness called vertigo. Is this common, and why does he think this is an ear problem?
Vertigo is not just dizziness, it is an abnormal sense of movement. Frequently, you can get what feels like you or the room is spinning. The ear is involved in your balance and movement, and it is frequently a cause of vertigo. When this occurs transiently, and comes and goes, it is usually fairly benign; however, there other causes of vertigo, such as migraine headaches, certain medications, and other more serious problems, such as a brain tumor. It is important to see the correct type of doctor to help with the diagnosis. Frequently an ENT doctor will make the diagnosis.
To learn more about vertigo, watch this video from VideoMD.com.
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