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How long does vertigo last? Causes and treatments

Medically reviewed by Sukaina Hasnie, MD Key Takeaways Most vertigo episodes last from a few seconds to a few hours, but severe cases can persist for months.Peripheral vertigo is mainly caused by ...
Oregonian

Dear Doctor: What causes vertigo and how is it treated?

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 83-year-old female. A month ago, I woke up with vertigo, thought it was caused by a plugged ear, and went to the doctor with this complaint. He cleaned my ear and told me to ...
Prevention

What Is Acupressure, and Does It Work for Vertigo?

Thousands of years ago, Chinese doctors discovered specific points on the body that when stimulated, cause therapeutic effects. These points, referred to as acupoints, may be stimulated using pressure ...
AOL

Dizziness vs. vertigo: What the difference is and why it matters

Most people have felt woozy or lightheaded at least once in their lives. But feeling dizzy several times a month is much more common in people over age 65 — and it’s a big reason for seeing the doctor ...
Detroit News

Dr. Roach; Woman with vertigo might need treatment if symptoms persist

Dear Dr. Roach: I am an 83-year-old female. A month ago, I woke up with vertigo, thought it was caused by a plugged ear, and went to the doctor with this complaint. He cleaned my ear and told me to ...
Rolling Out

What you need to know about recurring vertigo

Vertigo is a condition that many people are familiar with, but not everyone understands its complexities or underlying causes. If you’ve ever felt like you or your surroundings were spinning ...

KKH urges kids, teens suffering from chronic dizziness to seek early diagnosis

KKH urges early diagnosis for children and teens experiencing chronic dizziness, emphasizing that timely treatment can ...
Frederick News-Post

Ask the Doctors: Understanding vertigo and the Epley maneuver

Dear Doctors: I had such a bad attack of vertigo that my boyfriend drove me to urgent care. The doctor got it to go away by having me lie down and then moving my head around. Why did I have that ...

Cricketer Steven Smith ruled out of the Ashes Test after vertigo-like symptoms: What is vertigo and how serious it can be

Australian cricketer Steven Smith missed the third Ashes Test due to vertigo-like symptoms. This condition causes a spinning ...
Healthline

What Causes Dizziness and Giddiness and How Do You Treat It?

Dizziness and giddiness may happen for various reasons. Sometimes, an underlying cause is the trigger for these symptoms, and treating the associated condition can help relieve them. Dizziness and ...
Sun Journal

Woman with vertigo might need treatment if symptoms persist

You are able to gift 5 more articles this month. Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. Learn more. DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 83-year-old female. A month ago, I woke up with ...