Medicues Symptoms

Vertigo

• Vertigo is the symptom of a false sensation of spinning.

• Vertigo may originate from the ear or the brain.

• Vertigo can be a sign of a serious illness such as
· an acoustic neuroma (tumor growth of the cranial nerve for the ear)
· labyrinthitis (inflammation of the organ of hearing and balance in the ear)
· tumor of the cerebellum
· stroke
· vertebrobasilar insufficiency of vertebral artery.

• Persistent or recurrent vertigo should be evaluated by your doctor.

Important Notice

This document is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice. Do not use this information to diagnose or develop a treatment plan for a health problem or disease without consulting your physician.

Updated March 1st 2009

Medicues Symptoms
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