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 2,862 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. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Karla Gonzalez Segovia
Dr. Julieta Márquez Villegas
Dr. Rosa Isela Fraga Rodríguez
Dr. Julieta Cruz Ruiz
Dr. Velia Edila Uresti Alvarado
Dr. Roberto Arturo Castillo Reyther
Dr. Carlos Antonio Díaz Torres
Dr. Jose Alfonso Lugo Iniguez
Dr. José de Jesús Zermeño Nava
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Armando Villalobos Ruíz
Dr. Raul Humberto Perales Recio
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Gerardo González Cantú
Dr. Laura Evangelina Ortiz Martinez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
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.