By Alexandra Matkevich, Registered Nurse At ENT clinic we see a whole range of symptoms from headaches, pain, snoring, runny nose and cough. Vertigo is another complaint that we see amongst our patients with ear disorders. In fact, vertigo, dizziness and balance-related conditions are among the most common health problems in adults. By definition, vertigo […]
Inner Ear Infection
Labyrinthitis is an infection of the inner ear. Like most other ear infections, it can cause a vast array of painful and debilitating symptoms. An inner ear infection often starts out with the feeling of extreme vertigo, like the room is spinning or moving around very slowly. Severe headaches and memory loss also often accompany […]
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo
About BPPV Vertigo is the feeling that one’s surroundings are spinning, despite remaining stationary. There are a number of possible causes of vertigo, including benign paroxysmal positional vertigo – BPPV. Commonly BPPV produces a sensation of vertigo that is sudden and associated with certain movements of the head or changes in head position, such as turning […]
Different Causes of Dizziness
Causes of Dizziness Many of us can remember spinning around and around as young kids trying to purposefully make ourselves so dizzy we would fall down. This same feeling of dizziness can occur as adults for a number of different reasons. Some of these reasons can signify illnesses while others can be caused by imbalances […]
Ear Diseases and Disorders Benefit From Modern Treatment Methods
Modern treatment for ear diseases and disorders Modern medicine has created ways to effectively treat a variety of ear diseases and disorders. Sydney ENT specialists have helped countless children and adults find relief from ear disorders such as ear infections, tinnitus, Meniere’s disease, hearing loss, acoustic neuroma, and more. An ear infection occurs when the […]
Vestibular neuronitis
Information about vestibular neuronitis Vestibular neuronitis, also called Vestibular neuritis, is caused by an imbalance of nerve input between the left and right inner ears. The balance organ is within the inner ear Inside the inner ear is a series of canals filled with fluid, called the labyrinth. These canals are at different angles so […]
Motion sickness
Motion sickness summary Motion sickness (travel sickness, sea sickness or car sickness) symptoms include dizziness, nausea and vomiting. Frequent vomiting can lead to dehydration and low blood pressure, so seek medical attention if you are severely affected. Watching the scenery going by, instead of fixing on one point, can help motion sickness. Fresh air can […]