Anyone else out there ever experience Vertigo, had it hope to never get it again?

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Also were you told you would be more supseptible to getting it again, were you given any extra info on exercises to help reduce the spinning sensation.

I have been to the Dr. tests have been done and it has been determined that it is BPV. Just was curious how others cope with it, sounds like you all have the same problems as I do, not a good thing to get would not wish it on my worse enemy. Thanks for all the great responses.

Answer 1

It is definetely a horrible feeling. I used to get up and everything would go black and my eyes would hurt too. I would just have to stand there until my eyesight came back. People get it for different reasons. It could be for low blood pressure, not eating enough food, or drinking enough liquids. You could have an inner ear infection, or my friend gets it because she has Multiple Sclerosis. There are different reasons for dizziness. It could come back for the same reasons or different reasons.

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/vertigo/DS00534
Vertigo is the sudden sensation that you are unsteady or that your surroundings are moving. You may feel like you're spinning around on a merry-go-round or that your head is spinning inside. Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is the most common form of vertigo.

The condition is characterized by brief episodes of intense dizziness associated with a change in the position of your head. It may occur when you move your head in a certain direction, lie down from an upright position, turn over in bed or sit up in the morning. Moving your head to look up also can bring about an episode of benign paroxysmal positional vertigo.

Vertigo usually results from a problem with the nerves and the structures of the balance mechanism in your inner ear that sense movement and changes in the position of your head.

Although benign paroxysmal positional vertigo can be a bothersome problem, it's rarely serious. You can receive effective treatment for benign paroxysmal positional vertigo during a doctor's office visit.
The signs and symptoms of BPPV may include:

Dizziness
A sense that you or your surroundings are spinning or moving (vertigo)
Lightheadedness
Unsteadiness
A loss of balance
Blurred vision associated with quick head movements
Nausea
Vomiting
The signs and symptoms of BPPV can come and go, with episodes commonly lasting less than one minute. Episodes of BPPV can disappear for some time and then recur.

Activities that bring about the signs and symptoms of BPPV can vary from person to person, but are almost always brought on by a change in the position of your head. Abnormal rhythmic eye movements (nystagmus) usually accompany BPPV. Although unlikely, it's possible to have BPPV in both ears (bilateral BPPV).
Causes

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Inner ear and balance
The organ of balance, located in your inner ear, is the vestibular labyrinth. It includes loop-shaped structures (semicircular canals) that contain fluid and fine, hair-like sensors that monitor the rotation of your head. These canals all attach to the utricle, which contains tiny granules or crystals of calcium carbonate (otoconia). These particles are attached to sensors that help detect gravity and back-and-forth motion.

BPPV occurs when the particles within the labyrinth loosen and float in the fluid. In certain positions they can irritate the nerve endings associated with balance, giving a false signal of movement and causing a brief sensation of spinning.

BPPV most often is a result of aging. It also can occur after a blow to your head. Less common causes of BPPV include a virus affecting your ear, or the combination of trauma to your ear during ear surgery and prolonged positioning on your back (supine) during the procedure.

Doctors usually can determine the cause of BPPV. It may require a consultation with an ear, nose and throat (ENT) specialist or a doctor who specializes in the brain and nervous system (neurologist). However, sometimes no cause can be determined.
When to seek medical advice
Generally, see your doctor if you experience any unexplained, recurrent or severe dizziness. Although it's uncommon for dizziness to signal a serious illness, see your doctor immediately if you experience dizziness or vertigo along with any of the following:

A new, different or severe headache
Double vision or loss of vision
Hearing loss
Speech impairment
Leg or arm weakness
Loss of consciousness
Falling or difficulty walking
Numbness or tingling
Chest pain, or rapid or slow heart rate
These signs and symptoms may signal a more serious problem, such as stroke, brain tumor, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis or diseases of your heart or blood vessels (cardiovascular disease).
Self-care
If you experience dizziness associated with BPPV, consider these tips:

Be aware of the possibility of losing your balance, which can lead to falling and serious injury.
Sit or lie down immediately when you feel dizzy.
Avoid sleeping on the side of your affected ear.
When getting out of bed, do so slowly. Sit on the edge of the bed for a minute.
Avoid bending down to pick something up. Don't extend your head back, such as when getting something from an upper cabinet.
Be careful when getting up from lying back at the dentist's office, beauty parlor or barbershop, or during activities, such as yoga or massage.
Use two or more pillows at night to avoid lying completely flat.
Use good lighting if you get up in the night.
Walk with a cane for stability.
Work closely with your doctor to manage your symptoms effectively.

Answer 2

Ok I have a lot of problems with Vertigo. First thing is there is a difference between Vertigo and spinning. Vertigo is the feeling of not knowing what way is what up, down, sideways. This is mostly caused by inner ear infections or scares on the inner ear. Spinning can be due to poor circulation or standing up to quick or bending down in a funny position. Basically talk to your doctor about circulation problems, they should have some meds that will help. If you want to try exercises I would think cardio would help a lil to boost your blood pressure and circulation. There might be other problems with you health if you are having these problems like diabetes. Diabetes can cause problems with circulation.

Answer 3

Vertigo is kind of like migraines, which I get both frequently. Although there is medicine out there to regulate it, there is no cure. Once you experience Vertigo you will continue to experience it. I have suffered from it for the past 10 years. It's tough especially at work, but just take a few minutes after its over to relax. I do tend to get it more when I am stressed so I know reduction in stress helps.

Answer 4

I used to get vertigo all the time, definitely not a good feeling. I haven't had it in awhile. I used to get it at work alot. It would always happen whenever I would stand suddenly after sitting for long periods of time. I would close my eyes and hold on to my desk until it would pass.

Answer 5

Yes, but mine was related to Inner Ear problems. It literally affected my entire life when I was in my 20's. I had several more bouts and then all of a sudden it's gone.

ENT docs said it's not gone but subsided for some unknown reason. I wasn't given excercises but meds to control symptons. I couldn't walk straight, sitting up was terrible... horrible! I say a simple prayer that it not rear it's ugly head.

Answer 6

My mum had it once. It was horrible and I hope she never gets it again....so far she hasn't. She was given some medication to take in case she felt another attack coming on.....I don't know what it was called but you could ask your own doc. She wasn't told anything about exercises but maybe it wouldn't have been approriate as she was in her late 70s at the time.

Answer 7

my mom has it she has episodes quite a bit she takes Dramamine yes motion sickness pill they work just as well as prescription drugs other than that I don't think there is anything you can do to prevent it

Answer 8

i did.. just get more sleep and rest.. it means you're getting stressed a lot.. but sometimes, i like the sensation.. hahaha..

Answer 9

i get it all the time the exercises don`t work,i just live with it.it`s terrible