Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, or BPPV, is a common cause of vertigo. BPPV occurs when crystals move from one part of the inner ear to another, disrupting signals to the brain. When a person ...

If you have had every test imaginable—CT scans, balance assessments, blood work—but still frequently experience dizziness, you are not alone. Neurologist Judith Warner, MD, discusses why many patients ...

Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is the main cause of dizziness when lying down. Ear infections, head injuries, and other issues can also cause dizziness. BPPV happens with certain head ...

Vertigo is a specific type of dizziness characterized by a false sensation of spinning or movement, distinct from general lightheadedness or motion sickness. Common causes include infections, ...

Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo is characterized by recurrence, which exposes patients to repeated vertigo attacks. Vitamin D deficiency has been found to be a risk factor in benign paroxysmal ...