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What Causes Lightheadedness While Suffering Form Vestibular Migraine?
Question: Hi I have had every test imaginable and Dr is now sure I am suffering with vestibular migraines the inbalance that comes with it is all day every day though and I am over it, dont get the headache often but can its mainly the lightheadness and today I almost blacked out once or twice.
We are sure its related to Hormonial issues still waiting on the time frame from going of the pill till I can confirm menopause with blood test but I have not had a period for just over 12 months. so we are thinking that it is possible.
I do take coverram for blood pressure and it is well controlled and diet controlled diabetic controlled as well today for eg when I was really lightheaded tested both BS was 5.9 and BP was 130/81 so both of them perfect so not this I also take sandamigraine to help with the migraines this does help sometimes.
what I am trying to find out is there anything either herbal or over the counter that I can try in Australia that might help with the lightheadness could it be a vitiam deficiency or imbalance or what?.
We are sure its related to Hormonial issues still waiting on the time frame from going of the pill till I can confirm menopause with blood test but I have not had a period for just over 12 months. so we are thinking that it is possible.
I do take coverram for blood pressure and it is well controlled and diet controlled diabetic controlled as well today for eg when I was really lightheaded tested both BS was 5.9 and BP was 130/81 so both of them perfect so not this I also take sandamigraine to help with the migraines this does help sometimes.
what I am trying to find out is there anything either herbal or over the counter that I can try in Australia that might help with the lightheadness could it be a vitiam deficiency or imbalance or what?.
Brief Answer:
Vestibular rehabilitation will help.
Detailed Answer:
Hi Madam.
I understand your concern.
Since many of your vital parameters are normal,you need not worry much.
Dizziness can be directly related to hormonal issues and vestibular migraine.
You do not need further imaging like CT or MRI.
This dizziness can be controlled with drugs like Meclizine.
Meclizine 50 mg twice daily for 14 days is very effective.
This drug has to be taken under strict medical supervision.
Likewise I recommend Vestibular rehabilitation is also advocated
The Cawthorne-Cooksey exercises involve head and body movements, as well as eye head coordination and balance tasks.
These services are available at Royal Melbourne Hospital,RMH,Australia.
Direct Access Unit
RMH Royal Park Campus
34-54 Poplar Road
Parkville VIC 3052
Ph 8387 2333
Fx 8387 2217
Vestibular Physiotherapist
Ph 8387 2544.
Herbal medicines and Vitamin deficiencies cannot be attributed to your current issue,hence do not throw much weight on it.
Post your further queries if any.
Thank you.
Vestibular rehabilitation will help.
Detailed Answer:
Hi Madam.
I understand your concern.
Since many of your vital parameters are normal,you need not worry much.
Dizziness can be directly related to hormonal issues and vestibular migraine.
You do not need further imaging like CT or MRI.
This dizziness can be controlled with drugs like Meclizine.
Meclizine 50 mg twice daily for 14 days is very effective.
This drug has to be taken under strict medical supervision.
Likewise I recommend Vestibular rehabilitation is also advocated
The Cawthorne-Cooksey exercises involve head and body movements, as well as eye head coordination and balance tasks.
These services are available at Royal Melbourne Hospital,RMH,Australia.
Direct Access Unit
RMH Royal Park Campus
34-54 Poplar Road
Parkville VIC 3052
Ph 8387 2333
Fx 8387 2217
Vestibular Physiotherapist
Ph 8387 2544.
Herbal medicines and Vitamin deficiencies cannot be attributed to your current issue,hence do not throw much weight on it.
Post your further queries if any.
Thank you.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
I am in the bush of NSW so no access to Vestibular Physiotherapist or any other specilist I have already had MRI and CT and neck xray and seen a nurologist
I am after something I might be able to get from our local small country chemist preferably over the counter that will help
I am after something I might be able to get from our local small country chemist preferably over the counter that will help
Brief Answer:
You can purchase online ,services are available in NSW.
Detailed Answer:
Hi Mam,
I understand your concern.
I case if there is no access to vestibular therapist near by,you can take either tab Vertin 4 mg or Meclinzine 25-50 mg available in NSW.
You can even purchase Meclizine online over the counter without prescription on www.christimageassembly.org,whose delivery services are available in NSW.
Thank you.
You can purchase online ,services are available in NSW.
Detailed Answer:
Hi Mam,
I understand your concern.
I case if there is no access to vestibular therapist near by,you can take either tab Vertin 4 mg or Meclinzine 25-50 mg available in NSW.
You can even purchase Meclizine online over the counter without prescription on www.christimageassembly.org,whose delivery services are available in NSW.
Thank you.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Hi I tried to get some Meclinzine but my chemist has never heard of it?. is there a more common name it is known by or can you suggest some other more common or well known medication like this
Brief Answer:
Consult on line and XXXXXXX discount store
Detailed Answer:
Hi
I understand your concern.
Drugs like Levocetrizine and Cinnarazine are alternatives to Meclizine.
Meclizine (brand names include: Antivert / Bonine / Bonamine / Dramamine) .
1.You can have on line purchase with Toronto drug store at http://bestgenericmarket.eu/.
2.These drugs are also available in New south Wales pharmacy. XXXXXXX Discount Drug Store
Shop 1, 808 Pacific Hwy
Sydney New South Wales 2072.
Post your further queries if any.
Thank you.
Consult on line and XXXXXXX discount store
Detailed Answer:
Hi
I understand your concern.
Drugs like Levocetrizine and Cinnarazine are alternatives to Meclizine.
Meclizine (brand names include: Antivert / Bonine / Bonamine / Dramamine) .
1.You can have on line purchase with Toronto drug store at http://bestgenericmarket.eu/.
2.These drugs are also available in New south Wales pharmacy. XXXXXXX Discount Drug Store
Shop 1, 808 Pacific Hwy
Sydney New South Wales 2072.
Post your further queries if any.
Thank you.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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