Question 1

how do you know if ear crystals are your problem for vertigo?  can the dr see the crystals?

Accepted Answer

BPPV: Dear susan, 
when there is a spinning sensation that lasts for seconds at a time when you move your head this is often secondary to benign paroxysmal positional vertigo. This is a diagnosis that is made in the office by observing how your eye movements react to positional certain positional changes. The "crystals" are not visible on exam. Bppv can be treated in the office setting.

Question 2

how can a dr tell if you have calcium crystals in your ear for vertigo?

Accepted Answer

Otoliths are normal: The tiny calcium crystals in the inner ear are called otoliths.  They sit in a small pouch called a utricle or saccule and move in the fluid inside the ear when you move, sending a message via "hair cells" to the vestibular nerve that helps you sense where you are.  When otoliths get stuck or slip out of the pouch, the nerve gets the wrong message and you feel dizzy.

Question 3

can eating too much calcium cause dizziness or a buil up of crystals in inner ear and cause vertigo?

Accepted Answer

Don't overtake Ned's: While calcium is frequently beneficial, it like all meds, need to be taken according to necessity and proper dosing. Too much of anything is bad.

Question 4

headache on both side above ears. dizziness when i take  deep breath or exercise. mostly happens towards end of day?

Accepted Answer

Low blood pressure: Dehydration and low blood pressure could be contributing factors. Eat your water: 6  1/2 cup servings of fresh or lightly steamed vegetables and at least 1 cup of fruit each day  for adequate fluid and healthy food. Try pretend jump roping to improve circulation to brain for a few minutes at a time frequently for a total of 60 min per 24 h. Also, avoid alcohol and drugs and get a good night sleep.

Question 5

periodically i'm experiencing mild dizziness (as if on a roller coaster) as well as pressure in my ears, nasal area and around/behind my eyes. no balance issues. able to exercise. what could this be? is it safe to see a gp in the times of covid-19?

Accepted Answer

Call to know: Please call your provider to know. I don't live in South Africa. However, there are some medical practices in my area that are still closed. Those that have reopened have changed their way of business. The staff and patients usually wear masks. There is social distancing in waiting rooms and very tight use of disinfectants to keep spaces as germ free as possible. Many do fever checks before you

Question 6

i am experiencing dizziness (worsened by: lying flat, sitting upright) (unaffected by: exercise, hot weather, prolonged standing) (better by: rest), toothache, pain, spinning sensation, eye movement problem, balance problems, ringing in ears, loss of coor

Accepted Answer

Symptoms: Your symptoms are varied, indicating a systemic problem. Important that you see General Physician now to begin the differential diagnostic process now. Referral to a Neurologist may be in order. Oral symptoms may or may not be related to other symptoms, and you need to also see a General Dentist for evaluation.

Question 7

can anything be done to keep ear crystals in place if after 1year of therapy has done no good?

Accepted Answer

Maybe not bppv: If you are referring to benign positional vertigo, it always has the potential to return, it really can't be 'cured' for good.  If it has been constantly there despite treatment maybe it's another diagnosis all together.  Did an ENT diagnose you?  Make sure you have a full work up before giving up. Treating the wrong thing coil be a reson it's not working.

Question 8

do ear crystals plug your ears up?

Accepted Answer

No: There are small calcium crystals inside of the inner ear located behind the eardrum called otoliths. These crystals can become dislodged, and every time you turn your head, the crystals shift causing momentary dizziness: a condition known as  benign paroxysmal positional vertigo. These crystals shift with movement and can clump together but do not per se "plug" up the ear canal.

Question 9

i've never suffered from vertigo but last monday i woke up with my head spinning like a helicopter spinning out of control. it happens all the time when turning my head/standing up, even sleeping. is there an exercise i can do sort out the sensation?

Accepted Answer

Be seen first : Yes, there are exercises and therapy programs that can be helpful to treat some causes of vertigo.  But a medical checkup needs to be done first to make sure it is nothing more serious.

Question 10

i am experiencing dizziness (better by: drinking fluids, rest) (worsened by: changing head position, dehydration (fluid loss), exercise or physical...

Accepted Answer

Need medical checkup: New onset of dizziness requires medical evaluation. You could have dehydration, labrinthitis (inner ear infection) or benign vertigo... but it could be something more worrisome. Seek a consultation with HealthTap Prime, your primary doctor, or an urgent care.

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How do you know if ear crystals are your problem for vertigo? can the dr see the crystals?

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How can a dr tell if you have calcium crystals in your ear for vertigo?

A member asked:

Can eating too much calcium cause dizziness or a buil up of crystals in inner ear and cause vertigo?

A member asked:

Headache on both side above ears. dizziness when i take deep breath or exercise. mostly happens towards end of day?

A member asked:

Periodically i'm experiencing mild dizziness (as if on a roller coaster) as well as pressure in my ears, nasal area and around/behind my eyes. no balance issues. able to exercise. what could this be? is it safe to see a gp in the times of covid-19?

A member asked:

I am experiencing dizziness (worsened by: lying flat, sitting upright) (unaffected by: exercise, hot weather, prolonged standing) (better by: rest), toothache, pain, spinning sensation, eye movement problem, balance problems, ringing in ears, loss of coor

A member asked:

Can anything be done to keep ear crystals in place if after 1year of therapy has done no good?

A member asked:

Do ear crystals plug your ears up?

A member asked:

I've never suffered from vertigo but last monday i woke up with my head spinning like a helicopter spinning out of control. it happens all the time when turning my head/standing up, even sleeping. is there an exercise i can do sort out the sensation?

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I am experiencing dizziness (better by: drinking fluids, rest) (worsened by: changing head position, dehydration (fluid loss), exercise or physical...

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