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What Causes Occasional Fainting Spells And Vomiting In An Elderly Person?
My 82-year-old mother has had occasional occurrences where she faints for no known reason. When she comes to, she vomits. This has occurred about 7 times over 3 years, twice over the past month. Initially went to the emergency room and tests were run, but nothing conclusive was discovered. She has an appt with a neurologist in 1-1/2 weeks, but I m frustrated b/c I live out of state and feel my father isn t being proactive in getting her checked out. Shouldn t she be going to the emergency room? Could it indicate a heart issue?
Wed, 4 May 2016
Hi Dear ,
Welcoem to HCM,
Understanding your concern.As per your query you have problem of occasional fainting spells and vomiting in an elderly person , which is also known as vertigo . Well there can be many reasons for dizziness and nausea low blood sugar and iron level , ear infection , side effect , benign paroxysmal positional vertigo or meniere's disease I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist for proper examination . Doctor may order certain tests like CT scan , blood test , rotatory chair test , posturography and examination with otoscope . Doctor may prescribe antiemetic drug , antibiotics ( gentamicine ) at least fora week , hearing aid and recommend vestibular therapy . Doctor may also refer you to gastroenterologist for gastric problem.For noe take proper rest , avoid bending forward , take a light walk daily and drink green tea thrice a day .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcoem to HCM,
Understanding your concern.As per your query you have problem of occasional fainting spells and vomiting in an elderly person , which is also known as vertigo . Well there can be many reasons for dizziness and nausea low blood sugar and iron level , ear infection , side effect , benign paroxysmal positional vertigo or meniere's disease I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist for proper examination . Doctor may order certain tests like CT scan , blood test , rotatory chair test , posturography and examination with otoscope . Doctor may prescribe antiemetic drug , antibiotics ( gentamicine ) at least fora week , hearing aid and recommend vestibular therapy . Doctor may also refer you to gastroenterologist for gastric problem.For noe take proper rest , avoid bending forward , take a light walk daily and drink green tea thrice a day .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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