Signs and symptoms
... The signs and symptoms of BPPV may include: Dizziness A sense that you or your surroundings are spinning or moving (vertigo) Lightheadedness Unsteadiness A loss of balance Blurred vision following qui...

Causes
... The organ of balance in your inner ear is the vestibular labyrinth. It includes loop-shaped structures (semicircular canals) that contain fluid and fine, hair-like sensors that monitor the rotation of...

Risk factors
... Aside from natural aging, there are no significant factors that may increase your risk of BPPV. However, a prior head injury or an infection of the balance organs of your ear (labyrinthitis) may make ...

When to seek medical advice
... Generally, see your doctor if you experience any unexplained, recurrent or severe dizziness. Although it''s uncommon for dizziness to signal a serious illness, see your doctor immediately if you exper...

Screening and diagnosis
... Your doctor may conduct a series of tests to determine what form of vertigo you have and whether your positional disorientation is a symptom of a different disorder. During a physical examination, you...