“Dizziness and balance issues?”
I have spells of dizziness and am off balance. I have been to therapy, they did the dix hallpine manuever, which didn't seem to help. Could I have an ear infection?
Male | 69 years old
Complaint duration: 6 months
Medications: none
Conditions: none
3 Answers
Unlikely. More likely Benign positional vertigo. You could have other middle ear problems or could be medication ( if you are taking medications) related. Talk to your doctor / Neurologist to have a thorough evaluation and try to determine what is exactly going on.
Hello, I would recommend an ENT Specialist consult for a thorough ear exam and further inner ear testing. Thank you.
A dizziness work up is complex due to multiple types and possible causes. It is commonly a side effect of medication(s). If it lasts only seconds, it may be of little medical significance. A thorough history and physical exam are where to start. If you have difficulty walking straight, It should include a serum B12 blood test. If it’s low, you need B12 solution injections, 1 cc daily for 7 days, then 1 cc each month for life. Don’t take B12 supplements before getting the test.
