While a vertigo episode can arise suddenly and violently, its symptoms can be reduced by adopting appropriate responses. Developing the correct behaviors for vertigo attack management can help reduce stress and anxiety in future episodes. Simple tips to adopt in case of a vertigo attack Install safety features within your home If you experience recurring…
Medication will not work unless it is taken1. This may sound obvious, yet every second patient is not taking his/her medication properly. But what does it mean to be adherent? Adherence is the degree to which a patient follows a doctor’s prescription2. As a patient suffering from vertigo, being adherent means having a chance to…
An episode of vertigo can last from seconds to weeks, depending on the associated conditions1. Indeed, the cause of vertigo plays a key role in how long an episode will last. Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) BPPV is the most common cause of vertigo. It is often described by patients as a spinning sensation produced…
Vertigo is not an independent disease. There are several disease and drug related side-effects that can cause vertigo1. This is why it is so important to consult a specialist in time: only a doctor can diagnose the true cause of vertigo and prescribe treatment. Most of the time, vertigo is triggered by conditions in the…
Vertigo as a symptom of dizziness Vertigo is a sensation of false movement, mostly described by patients as a sensation of spinning in the head but sometimes as tilting. Vertigo can be accompanied by imbalance, presyncope, and lightheadedness1. Presyncope means lightheadedness or the sense of impending collapse1. Because vertigo provokes a loss of balance, one…
Why should I exercise? Depending on the cause of vertigo, some exercises can be helpful to reduce vertigo events. For instance, if you have balance problems, you might consider doing balance exercises to improve your condition1. You need to determine what kind of exercises are suitable for you together with your doctor. Take one minute…
Vertigo is often described by patients as a false sense of rotational movement. Many patients who experience vertigo feel lost, frustrated, and confused1. There are two main types of vertigo2: Most patients experience peripheral vertigo. However, it is essential to consult doctor if one experiences vertigo. The doctor can assess if the patient has peripheral…
Dyslipidemia is a condition which should be taken seriously in all circumstances. In the professional environment it is particularly important to pay attention to the disease. Managing stress at work Stress is one of the most common causes of dyslipidemia. At work we are often exposed to stress, which negatively impacts blood cholesterol levels1. Noisy…
What is a respiratory tract infection? A respiratory tract infection (RTI) is an infection that affects the respiratory tract, which is a general term used to describe the parts of our body involved in breathing, including the mouth, nose, sinuses, throat, larynx (voice box), trachea (windpipe), airways and lungs. 1 RTIs are very common, especially…
Bacterial or Viral RTI? Respiratory tract infections (RTIs) are mostly caused by either viruses or bacterium. Most upper RTIs are caused by viruses, which cannot be treated with antibiotics (these only work on bacterial infections). Our immune system can fight off most viral infections by itself1. Some lower RTIs like pneumonia are caused by bacteria.…