Vertigo is more than just a fleeting sensation of dizziness—it can disrupt daily life, making simple tasks like walking or driving feel overwhelming. At ENT Care Center Bangladesh in Dhaka, our expert ENT specialists provide comprehensive, personalized care to diagnose and treat vertigo effectively, helping patients regain balance and confidence.
What is Vertigo? Common Symptoms & Causes
Vertigo is a specific type of dizziness where you feel as if you or your surroundings are spinning or moving, even when everything is still. It’s often described as a false sense of motion.
Common Symptoms:
- Spinning sensation (vertigo itself)
- Nausea or vomiting
- Sweating
- Balance problems or unsteadiness
- Nystagmus (involuntary eye movements)
- Headaches or ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
Common Causes:
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV): Triggered by head position changes, due to displaced inner ear crystals.
- Meniere’s disease: Involves fluid buildup in the inner ear, leading to episodes with hearing loss.
- Vestibular neuritis or labyrinthitis: Inflammation from viral infections.
- Migraine-associated vertigo.
- Head injuries, tumors, or stroke (rarer but serious).
Environmental factors in Dhaka, such as traffic stress or pollution, can exacerbate symptoms.
How Doctors Diagnose Vertigo Accurately
Accurate diagnosis starts with a detailed medical history and physical exam at our ENT clinic. We use advanced tools like:
- Dix-Hallpike test: To provoke and observe nystagmus for BPPV.
- Videonystagmography (VNG): Tracks eye movements.
- MRI or CT scans: To rule out central causes like tumors.
- Audiometry: Assesses hearing if inner ear issues are suspected.
Our sleep study lab in Dhaka can also evaluate related sleep disorders that worsen vertigo.
Personalized Treatment Plans for Vertigo
No two cases are identical, so we tailor plans based on cause, severity, and lifestyle. Options range from non-invasive therapies to medications or surgery in complex cases, ensuring minimal disruption to your routine in busy Dhaka.
The Epley Maneuver: Quick Relief for BPPV
For BPPV—the most common cause—the Epley maneuver repositions inner ear crystals through a series of head movements. Performed in-clinic by our specialists, it provides relief in 80-90% of cases after 1-2 sessions, with no downtime.
Vestibular Rehab Therapy to Improve Balance
Vestibular rehabilitation therapy (VRT) involves customized exercises to retrain the brain and improve balance. Our physiotherapists guide gaze stabilization, habituation, and balance training, reducing recurrence by up to 70% over 4-6 weeks.
Medicines That Help Manage Vertigo Symptoms
Medications control symptoms while addressing root causes:
- Antihistamines (e.g., meclizine): Reduce dizziness.
- Benzodiazepines: For severe acute episodes.
- Anti-nausea drugs (e.g., promethazine).
- Diuretics or betahistine: For Meniere’s disease.
We prescribe based on evidence, monitoring for side effects.
Lifestyle Tips to Prevent Vertigo Episodes
Prevent flares with these practical steps:
- Stay hydrated and limit salt/caffeine.
- Avoid sudden head movements; use pillows for elevation.
- Manage stress through yoga or meditation.
- Exercise regularly for better balance.
- In Dhaka’s humid climate, use air purifiers to reduce allergens.
When to See a Doctor for Vertigo
Seek immediate care if vertigo accompanies:
- Severe headache or double vision.
- Weakness, slurred speech, or numbness (stroke signs).
- Persistent vomiting or hearing loss.
- Episodes lasting >48 hours.
Early intervention prevents complications.
How ENT Specialists Treat Vertigo Effectively
Our ENT experts integrate diagnostics, maneuvers like Epley, VRT, and advanced procedures (e.g., endoscopic techniques if sinus-related). We coordinate with neurologists for holistic care, boasting high success rates similar to our microscopic ear surgery outcomes.
Real Patient Stories: Successful Vertigo Treatment
Ayesha, 45, Dhaka: “Recurrent spinning from BPPV halted my work. Two Epley sessions and VRT at ENT Care Center restored my life—no more fear of falling!”
Rahim, 32: “Meniere’s caused vertigo and tinnitus. Medications plus lifestyle changes here controlled it fully within months.”