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Suggest Treatment For Vertigo And Dizziness
Hello..My question is concerning children at the age of 11. This boy was taken to Urgent Care because of being dizzy and vomiting. He was diagnosed as having Vertigo. Is this possible that a child of this age can have Vertigo. Thank you for your answer.
Mon, 31 Aug 2015
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Yes. Inner ear disorders can present with Vertigo and Nausea. Also certain brain disorders like infection, meningitis, tumors etc. He needs a thorough Neurologist checkup to rule out the conditions. Keep him well hydrated and we'll fed with healthy food. He may need CT Scan brain.
Yes. Inner ear disorders can present with Vertigo and Nausea. Also certain brain disorders like infection, meningitis, tumors etc. He needs a thorough Neurologist checkup to rule out the conditions. Keep him well hydrated and we'll fed with healthy food. He may need CT Scan brain.
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