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I can't walk a straight line. should i check my inner ear health?

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Dr. Anifat Balogun answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Imbalance & brain: Persistent inability to walk a straight line could have multiple causes, including vision changes, brain abnormalities and inner ear. Age plays a role in some balance related issues. Best to seek evaluation from your primary care provider to begin investigating if you have other symptoms and what the most likely cause is.

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Answered 8/18/2019

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A member asked:

I can't walk a straight line. should i check my inner ear health?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Anifat Balogun answered

Dr Brown agreed

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