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   What does dizziness (lightheadedness) mean?

   • Dizziness (lightheadedness) is a common symptom. It’s not usually a sign of anything serious but it should still be investigated by a doctor. Dizziness can mean different things to different people. Some people use it to describe feeling lightheaded or off balance. Others use it to describe a feeling that their surroundings are spinning.

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   Can Vertigo cause dizziness?

   • Many people with vertigo will report dizziness as a symptom. However, vertigo actually describes a specific type of sensation. Vertigo is when you feel as if you or your surroundings are moving. If you experience vertigo, you may feel a spinning, whirling, or tipping sensation. Like dizziness, vertigo also impacts balance.

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   What does dizziness feel like?

   • Dizziness generally describes a feeling of being off-balance. When you’re dizzy, moving can be difficult. You may stagger while you’re walking or feel like you’re going to fall. Many people with vertigo will report dizziness as a symptom. However, vertigo actually describes a specific type of sensation.

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   What does vertigo feel like?

   • However, vertigo actually describes a specific type of sensation. Vertigo is when you feel as if you or your surroundings are moving. If you experience vertigo, you may feel a spinning, whirling, or tipping sensation. Like dizziness, vertigo also impacts balance. It’s not uncommon for someone with vertigo to also experience nausea or vomiting.

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   What does it mean if you feel lightheaded?

   • Indeed, lightheadedness is another term that’s often used along with dizziness and vertigo. When you feel lightheaded, you may also feel woozy or faint. In fact, lightheadedness can often happen before you pass out. Lightheadedness can occur when your brain isn’t receiving enough oxygen.

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   What does it mean if you feel dizzy?

   • Some people use it to describe feeling lightheaded or off balance. Others use it to describe a feeling that their surroundings are spinning. Dizziness can be caused by a wide range of things. It may not always be easy to identify the underlying cause. You feel dizzy and: Your GP will ask about your symptoms and may check if you have vertigo.

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   Check if it's vertigo. Vertigo feels like you or everything around you is spinning – enough to affect your balance. It's more than just feeling dizzy. A vertigo attack can last from a few seconds to hours. If you have severe vertigo, it can last for many days or months.

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   It's common to sometimes feel dizzy, lightheaded or off-balance, and it's not usually serious. See a GP if you're worried. Check if you have dizziness. Dizziness includes feeling: off-balance; giddy; lightheaded or faint; like you're spinning or things around you are spinning ; How you can treat dizziness yourself. Dizziness usually goes away ...

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   • What Happens at Your GP Appointment
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   Your GP will ask about your symptoms and may check if you have vertigo. They’ll also want to know: 1. whether the dizziness started for no reason, or if it followed an illness 2. whether you have repeated episodes of dizziness and, if so, when you experience these 3. how long the dizziness lasts If you’re dizzy when you’re lying down, it’s usually ...

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   Dizziness usually goes away on its own. But there are things you can do to take care of yourself while you’re feeling dizzy.

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   The most common causes of dizziness are: 1. an inner ear infection that affects your hearing and balance – labyrinthitis 2. migraine 3. stress or anxiety 4. low blood sugar level (hypoglycaemia)– which usually happens in people with diabetes 5. a sudden fall in blood pressure when you suddenly sit or stand (postural hypotension) 6. dehydrationor he...

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   Feb 25, 2021 · Differences. Causes. Lightheadedness. What to do. Prevention. When to get care. Summary. Rene de Haan/Stocksy United. Dizziness and vertigo are often used interchangeably. However, these terms...

6. patient.info › signs-symptoms › dizzinessVertigo: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments - Patient

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   Aug 5, 2024 · Vertigo is a symptom, rather than a diagnosis. You may only experience vertigo for a short period of time (seconds or minutes). However, for some people, vertigo can last many hours. People who have vertigo may also feel sick (nausea) or may vomit. They can also feel unsteady or dizzy.

7. www.topdoctors.co.uk › medical-articlesUnderstanding dizziness and vertigo - Top Doctors

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   3 days ago · Written in association with: Top Doctors®. Published: 30/10/2024. Edited by: Conor Lynch. Dizziness and vertigo are common sensations that can significantly disrupt daily life. While they are sometimes used interchangeably, dizziness and vertigo have distinct characteristics. Dizziness is a feeling of unsteadiness or lightheadedness, while ...

8. www.webmd.com › brain › dizziness-vertigoFeeling Dizzy: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek ... - WebMD

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   Jan 7, 2024 · Dizziness is a feeling of being lightheaded, unsteady, and faint. It can make you feel like the world is spinning. Sometimes the feeling is mild and goes away quickly. Other times it can be...