Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo

About- Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is an inner ear disorder characterized by brief, recurrent bouts of vertigo, a sensation of spinning, whirling, or turning.
Symptoms-
Vertigo
Nausea and Vomiting
Blurred vision
Dizziness
Lightheadedness
Balance Disorder
Unsteadiness
 
Causes-

Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) develops when calcium carbonate crystals (otoconia), shift into and become trapped within the semicircular canals.

Specialists to Visit
 Neurologist
Otolaryngologist

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