What is dizziness?
Dizziness is a disturbed perception of balance and space. It can manifest as spinning vertigo, swaying vertigo, or diffuse lightheadedness, and has very diverse causes – from the inner ear to the nervous system.
Dizziness often appears out of nowhere, literally pulling the rug out from under your feet. Precisely for this reason, a careful, cause-specific diagnosis is crucial.
What symptoms occur with dizziness?
Typical symptoms include a spinning or swaying sensation, unsteadiness when walking and standing, nausea, and the feeling that the ground is giving way. Sometimes tinnitus or hearing loss also occur.
What causes dizziness?
Causes can include disorders of the balance organ in the inner ear, neurological factors, circulatory problems, or an overstressed autonomic nervous system.
Welche Prognose kann ich erwarten?
The prognosis is often good because many causes are easily treatable.
What are the risk factors for dizziness?
- Inner ear disorders
- Chronic stress
- Circulatory problems
- Certain medications
- Older age
What treatment methods are available for dizziness?
Treatment is cause-specific – with targeted diagnostics, balance training, and therapy for the underlying condition. Standard protocols are often insufficient here.
Welche Vorbeugungen können getroffen werden?
Prevention involves treating underlying conditions, managing cardiovascular risks, and targeted balance training.
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Wie verläuft der typische Zeitablauf?
Dizziness can occur in brief episodes or be persistent; its progression depends on the underlying cause.
Welche Komplikationen können auftreten?
- Risk of falls and injuries
- Insecurity, fear, and avoidance behavior
- Limitations in daily life
How does Clínica Es Castell help with dizziness?
Clínica Es Castell in Mallorca carefully diagnoses and treats dizziness based on its cause and individually. Find out more in the section Neurology & Nervous System; for stress-related dizziness, we work with Regeneration & Longevity together.
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What helps with dizziness?
Depending on the cause, balance training, treatment of the underlying condition, and – if necessary – medication can help.
What causes dizziness?
Often the inner ear, but also the circulatory system, nervous system, or psychological stress.
When is dizziness an emergency?
In case of sudden, severe dizziness with paralysis, speech, or vision problems, call 112 immediately.
Finde mehr Informationen
- IQWiG / gesundheitsinformation.de – gesundheitsinformation.de
- German Society of Otorhinolaryngology – hno.org
- German Society of Neurology – dgn.org