How to Manage Vertigo
Anyone who has experienced vertigo will tell you that it is a dizzy, nauseous and lightheaded feeling. Triggers of vertigo usually result from a problem with your inner ear, such as an infection. Bouts of vertigo may only last a short while, but you should still take precautions to protect yourself when you experience it. Follow a few simple guidelines to help manage your vertigo the next time it strikes.
Instructions
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Turn off all sources of light and noise when you are stricken with vertigo. The darkness and quiet help make the symptoms feel less severe and may actually reduce the time it takes you to recover. Try to find a place to lie down and avoid moving. Moving around a dark room when you are dizzy could result in serious injury. Try to avoid any quick movements when you are suffering from vertigo.
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Visit a physician if you have frequent or extended attacks of vertigo. Anyone may periodically experience a sense of dizziness and nausea, but symptoms that persist and reappear several times a month can be a sign of a serious underlying condition. A doctor may be able to diagnose the cause of the vertigo and prescribe treatments to help manage and alleviate the symptoms.
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Avoid consuming large quantities of alcohol. If you frequently suffer from bouts of vertigo, alcohol may only serve to exacerbate the problem and intensify symptoms. Inebriation coupled with symptoms of vertigo exponentially increases your chances of injury.
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Tips & Warnings
Program a friend or family member's phone number into your phone. This makes it so you do not have to dial the whole phone number in order to get assistance if you need it.
Cover your eyes with a damp cloth if you are unable to find a dark place to rest. The cool cloth will be a mild comfort for your nausea and light-headedness while blocking out some light.
Do not operate vehicles or heavy machinery when suffering from vertigo. This may result in serious injury to you or others. If you need transportation somewhere, ask a friend of family member to take you.
While the most common cause of vertigo is an inner ear problem, you should never insert anything into your ear under any circumstances. Inserting anything into your ear to inspect for damage may lead to a more severe problem. Let your doctor be the one to inspect your ears.
