Vertigo-Associated Disorders
Definition
Vertigo is a false sensation of motion or spinning that leads to dizziness and discomfort.
Vertigo is not the same sensation as light-headedness. People with this condition feel as though they are actually spinning or moving, or that the environment itself is spinning.
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Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
There are two types of vertigo: peripheral and central. Peripheral vertigo occurs if there is a problem in the vestibular labyrinth (semicircular canals), the portion of the inner ear that controls balance. Central vertigo occurs if there is a an abnormality in the brain, particularly in the brainstem or the cerebellum (back part of the brain).
Disorders associated with peripheral vertigo include the following:
Disorders associated with central vertigo include the following:
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