Are you worried about that spinning sensation and unsteadiness? What is BPPV? What you need to know.
Dear Readers, I will share some light on a common yet often misunderstood condition that affects many individuals, causing dizziness, imbalance, and a general feeling of unsteadiness: Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, or BPPV. What is BPPV? BPPV is a disorder of the inner ear , where tiny crystals called otoconia , which are normally embedded in the gel within the inner ear canals, become dislodged and float into the semicircular canals(part of inner ear). These canals are responsible for detecting head motion. When these crystals disrupt the normal fluid movement in the canals, they send incorrect signals to the brain , causing a spinning sensation . Recognising the Symptoms: The hallmark of BPPV is brief episodes of intense vertigo triggered by specific changes in head position . You might experience these sensations when rolling over in bed, tilting your head back to look up, or even just turning your head suddenly . Accompanying symptoms often include nausea and u...