Health Concerns
Dizziness — when to see a neurologist or an ENT specialist
Dizziness may stem from inner-ear, neurological, vascular or systemic problems. Good diagnosis starts with a careful history of what the dizziness actually feels like.
Dizziness — when to see a neurologist or an ENT specialist
Dizziness may stem from inner-ear, neurological, vascular or systemic problems. Good diagnosis starts with a careful history of what the dizziness actually feels like.
About the problem
Patients use the word "dizziness" for spinning, a feeling of unsteadiness, visual spots or weakness alike.
The circumstances in which the symptom appears, how long it lasts and any accompanying symptoms all matter in the diagnosis.
Most common symptoms
- a spinning sensation
- unsteady walking
- nausea or vomiting
- ringing in the ears
- headache or visual disturbance
When to see a doctor
- when the dizziness keeps coming back
- when balance problems or falls occur
- when neurological symptoms are present as well
- when the symptoms make driving or working difficult