Benign Positional Vertigo
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Before explaining what it is, it is worth knowing when to seek care: if you experience brief episodes of intense dizziness when moving your head or lying down, it is advisable to have it checked. Benign positional vertigo is a spinning sensation that appears with certain changes in head position.
Why it happens: it is related to the movement of tiny particles within the inner ear, which is where part of our balance resides.
Common symptoms: short-lived dizziness, a sensation that everything is spinning and, at times, nausea or temporary unsteadiness.
Who assesses it? The otolaryngologist and the audiologist are the appropriate professionals; the neurologist may also be involved when there are doubts. If the episodes recur or limit you, the sensible thing is to discuss it with one of them.
Data on 3,216 doctors who treat benign positional vertigo
Which specialist treats benign positional vertigo?
Benign positional vertigo is usually evaluated by an ear, nose, and throat specialist or an audiology specialist; a neurologist can rule out other causes. A general practitioner can provide an initial assessment. See a doctor if you feel dizzy when changing head position.
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Doctors specialized in benign positional vertigo
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Lorena Guadalupe Ruiz Ramos
Dr. Tanya Giselle Ramirez Cervantes
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Celina Flores Olvera
Dr. Karla Paola Gonzalez Cabezas
Dr. Carolina Garcia
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Rubén López Muñoz
Frequently asked questions
What is benign positional vertigo?
Before explaining what it is, it is worth knowing when to seek care: if you experience brief episodes of intense dizziness when moving your head or lying down, it is advisable to have it checked. Benign positional vertigo is a spinning sensation that appears with certain changes in head position.
Which doctor treats benign positional vertigo?
Benign positional vertigo is usually evaluated by an ear, nose, and throat specialist or an audiology specialist; a neurologist can rule out other causes. A general practitioner can provide an initial assessment. See a doctor if you feel dizzy when changing head position.