Dizziness - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic The way dizziness makes you feel and the things that trigger it for you provide clues about possible causes How long the dizziness lasts and any other symptoms that you have also can help healthcare professionals pinpoint the cause
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Number of disorders can trigger vertigo Dizziness usually does not involve the feeling that either you or something in your environment is moving A number of disorders can trigger vertigo The most common is a condition called benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, or BPPV If you have BPPV once, you are at an increased risk of getting it again
Dizziness Causes - Mayo Clinic What does it mean if you become dizzy? Learn about the various causes and when to seek treatment
Dizziness - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic Diagnosis involves the steps your healthcare professional takes to find the cause of your dizziness or vertigo You may need imaging tests such as an MRI or a CT scan right away if your healthcare professional thinks you might be having or may have had a stroke
Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) - Mayo Clinic Vertigo is caused by a problem with the nerves and structures in the inner ear that control balance (vestibular labyrinth) Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) occurs when tiny canalith particles (otoconia) break loose and fall into the wrong part of the semicircular canals of the inner ear
What causes dizziness? - Mayo Clinic Press The most frequent cause of dizziness is lightheadedness, which can be linked to cardiovascular issues or medication usage Taking more than four medications increases the risk of dizziness due to side effects or interactions