Question 1

will flying induce benign positional vertigo?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo will not be affected by the pressure changes induced by flying.  What induces bppv is any rapid change in posture and position.

The treatment for bppv is the canal repositioning maneuver.  Your ENT or neurologist can perform this maneuver for you.  Good luck and well wishes.

Question 2

can you fly in an airplane if you have benign positional vertigo?

Accepted Answer

Not really: If you have diagnosis of benign positional vertigo then it should not be an issue.  Your vertigo is only happens with changing position.

Question 3

what causes positional vertigo?

Accepted Answer

Crystals in your ear: This is usually caused by benign positional paroxysmal vertigo (bppv).  A doctor can diagnose this on a physical exam and rule out other diseases. Little "crystals" in your ear that get lose and irritate sensors in your balance organ in your ear. We all have those crystals.  A neurologist or ear-nose-throat doctor can re-position them with a harmless physical maneuver.

Question 4

are there cures for positional vertigo?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Positional vertigo is usually benign and self limited.  However, a correct diagnosis is imperative and should be made by either a neuro-otolgist or neurologist.  Rarely positional vertigo is central.  Therefore a proper diagnosis must first be made.

Question 5

just had my first experience with vertigo. i will be flying on a may 10 is that safe ?

Accepted Answer

Should be fine: The triggers for vertigo are rarely obvious.  I hope you have seen an ENT specialist for advice and analysis.  If you happen to get vertigo in the airplane, you will be strapped in your seat anyway and it will pass. You might try Meclizine 25 mg prior to the flight as a precaution (this is an over the counter product).

Question 6

what should i be doing to treat positional vertigo. i have had it off and on for. month and 1/2.

Accepted Answer

Brandt-Daroff Exerci: If it's benign paroxysmal positional vertigo that you truly have then, you should avoid high impact types of exercises such as certain types of aerobics and martial arts events.  You will need some instruction on the brandt-daroff exercises although there are also you tube videos on it.  I am not a fan of Meclizine though some people (very few) get relief from it.  You may need epley maneuver.

Question 7

i had vertigo 2 years ago but seemed to recovered from it. i sometimes have issues but nothing major. i'm flying next week will it bring back vertigo?

Accepted Answer

Probably not.: Would take decongestant  before boarding plane and chew gum during whole flight

Question 8

is it possible for me to fly with vertigo?

Accepted Answer

Yes but cautiously: Assuming that vertigo is not constant and severe, you could take dramamine (dimenhydrinate) or Meclizine tablets prior to flight and you should most likely be asymptomatic during flight. Scopolamine patches are also used for flight.

Question 9

benign positional vertigo cure, what to do?

Accepted Answer

Vestibular rehab.: Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is the most common peripheral vestibular disease causing vertigo.  It is caused by loose otoconia (calcium carbonate stones) in the inner ear fluid.  It can be easily treated with head positional exercises. Strongly recommend that you consult a physical therapist trained in vestibular rehabilitation.  Relief can occur withing weeks.

Question 10

what is the definition of benign positional vertigo?

Accepted Answer

Crystals in your ear: Benign positional paroxysmal vertigo (bppv) is an ear disease. A doctor can diagnose this on a physical exam and rule out other diseases. Little "crystals" in your ear that get lose and irritate sensors in your balance organ in your ear. We all have those crystals. A neurologist or ear-nose-throat doctor can re-position them with a harmless physical maneuver.

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