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What Causes Light Headedness And Dizziness?

Hi, I am 31 years old, 6 1 , 175 lbs, thin build, generally quite healthy. For the past 3 weeks I have experienced vertigo and lightheadedness fairly consistantly. No headache, no nausea. No other symptoms other than a cold that came and went during this time period. Any advice is appreciated.
Wed, 3 Jun 2020
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Hi,

There can be many causes of vertigo. Most commonly vertigo is related to ear problems- BPPV (Benign positional vertigo), labyrinthitis (inflammation of inner ear), vestibular neuritis (inflammation of nerves) etc. Besides it can be related to other conditions like cervical spondylosis (neck problems), brain infections of injury, anemia or electrolyte imbalance (abnormal salt in the body). Even lack of proper sleep can cause light headedness.

I feel first of all try to correct your posture, work in proper light, take good balanced diet and have proper sleep. Since you had some symptoms related to cold before, take steam and do deep breathing exercises. If still the symptoms persist then do go for some investigations like complete blood count, CRP, sodium, potassium, X-ray paranasal sinsuses. Also, then you must get a proper eye and ENT check up if the problem remains.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Milinda Gupta, Internal Medicine Specialist
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What Causes Light Headedness And Dizziness?

Hi, There can be many causes of vertigo. Most commonly vertigo is related to ear problems- BPPV (Benign positional vertigo), labyrinthitis (inflammation of inner ear), vestibular neuritis (inflammation of nerves) etc. Besides it can be related to other conditions like cervical spondylosis (neck problems), brain infections of injury, anemia or electrolyte imbalance (abnormal salt in the body). Even lack of proper sleep can cause light headedness. I feel first of all try to correct your posture, work in proper light, take good balanced diet and have proper sleep. Since you had some symptoms related to cold before, take steam and do deep breathing exercises. If still the symptoms persist then do go for some investigations like complete blood count, CRP, sodium, potassium, X-ray paranasal sinsuses. Also, then you must get a proper eye and ENT check up if the problem remains. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Milinda Gupta, Internal Medicine Specialist