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What is most likely problem for 65 y.o. with sudden severe dizziness and mild nausea? how long should it last?

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Dr. Anifat Balogun answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Severe dizzy/ nausea: There are many reasons a 65yo can have sudden severe dizziness and mild nausea. It could be positional vertigo or vestibular neuronitis. Mild stroke is also a possibility. The risk depends on underlying medical conditions. Check with your primary doctor or local ent.

Answered 6/19/2012

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