Vertigo & Balance

This section covers vertigo, dizziness and balance. You will find explainers on common causes and reviews of supplements marketed for balance.

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Dizziness can have many causes, some serious. See a doctor promptly, especially for sudden dizziness with weakness, speech problems or chest pain.

When is dizziness or vertigo a reason to get urgent care?

Get emergency care if dizziness comes with sudden weakness, numbness, trouble speaking, a severe headache, chest pain, or loss of vision, since these can be signs of a stroke. Repeated spinning spells should be checked by a doctor. Many balance problems come from the inner ear and respond to specific treatments rather than supplements.

Source: Balance Disorders, NIDCD