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Could a severe case of shingles affecting the upper spine or a middle ear infection trigger chronic vestibular migraine? history of moderate motion sickness, but never had persistent dizziness before chronic vm (30 y/o) and wonder if these caused it?

Q: could a severe case of shingles affecting the upper spine or a middle ear infection trigger chronic vestibular migraine? history of moderate motion sickness, but never had persistent dizziness before chronic vm (30 y/o) and wonder if these caused it?

: It is possible. Best to get chacked by ENT for real cause

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

It is possible. Best to get chacked by ENT for real cause

Dr Ward agreed

Answered 5/6/2023

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

An infection or stress may trigger a migraine headache. Dizziness has many possible causes. Please follow up with your physician. Watch for signs of shortness of breath and relationship with exercise.

Answered 5/14/2023

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A member asked:

Could a severe case of shingles affecting the upper spine or a middle ear infection trigger chronic vestibular migraine? history of moderate motion sickness, but never had persistent dizziness before chronic vm (30 y/o) and wonder if these caused it?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

Dr Ward agreed

Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

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