Neurological condition causing impairment in spatial perception and stability
For the film, see Dizziness (film).
"Dizzy" redirects here. For other uses, see Dizzy (disambiguation).
Medical condition
Dizziness
Vertigo, the sensation of one's surroundings spinning around them, is a common symptom of dizziness.
Specialty
ENT surgery, Otorhinolaryngology; if the dizziness is confirmed to be a symptom of a nervous system disorder, then neurology
Symptoms
Feeling of things are spinning or moving when they are not, lightheadedness, giddiness, or unsteadiness
Dizziness is an imprecise term that can refer to a sense of disorientation in space, vertigo, or lightheadedness.[1] It can also refer to disequilibrium[2] or a non-specific feeling, such as giddiness or foolishness.[3]
Dizziness is a common medical complaint, affecting 20–30% of persons.[4] Dizziness is broken down into four main subtypes: vertigo (~25–50%), disequilibrium (less than ~15%), presyncope (less than ~15%), and nonspecific dizziness (~10%).[5]
Vertigo is the sensation of spinning or having one's surroundings spin about them. Many people find vertigo very disturbing and often report associated nausea and vomiting.[6]
Presyncope describes lightheadedness or feeling faint; the name relates to syncope, which is actually fainting.
Disequilibrium is the sensation of being off balance and is most often characterized by frequent falls in a specific direction. This condition is not often associated with nausea or vomiting.
Non-specific dizziness may be psychiatric in origin. It is a diagnosis of exclusion and can sometimes be brought about by hyperventilation.[3]
^Dizziness at the U.S. National Library of Medicine Medical Subject Headings (MeSH)
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