What is Vertigo?
Vertigo is an illusion in which a person feels that he or the surrounding environment is spinning, often accompanied by nausea and imbalance. This symptom usually occurs suddenly and is extremely uncomfortable, so it often causes great panic.
Symptoms of Vertigo
- The severity of vertigo varies from person to person, with mild cases of dizziness or a feeling of sluggishness in the steps.
- In severe cases, patients may feel dizzy for a moment, and may break out into cold sweats or vomit .
- It is also difficult to walk, and the eyes often experience “nystagmus” (that is, the eyes appear to beat regularly).
- Some people suddenly become dizzy or even faint when they stand up.
Causes of Vertigo
Vertigo is caused by dysfunction of the vestibular organ of the inner ear or the central nervous system related to the vestibular system, such as the brainstem or cerebellum. There are many causes of vertigo, such as sequelae of head trauma, inner ear inflammation, cerebrovascular disease, intracranial tumors, anxiety, neurasthenia, anemia , chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, drug poisoning, etc. However, there are still many cases where the exact cause cannot be found. cause of disease.
To Treat Vertigo
mild vertigo by yourself, it is not necessary to send the patient to the hospital for treatment. You can try to have the patient lie down and loosen his clothes, maintain air circulation, and take drugs to prevent and treat vertigo. However, these drugs may cause drowsiness.
Treatment for Vertigo
Dizziness is also brain tumors, so it’s best to see a doctor for a check-up. If there is coma and shock, the patient must be sent to the hospital for treatment immediately.
Prevention of Vertigo
- If vertigo is caused by a disease, the most effective approach is to prevent the disease.
- If dizziness is caused by anemia, it is best to eat more foods rich in vitamins or iron .
- It is best to exercise every day to keep your blood flowing smoothly.