dizziness

The dizziness

 

Dizziness is a common symptom that can severely limit the quality of life of those affected.

Prof. Dr. Dimitrios Anastasopoulos, an experienced professor of neurology, would like to explain the complexity and treatment options for this condition to you. Dizziness is not a disease in itself, but rather a symptom that can have many causes. A precise diagnosis is therefore crucial for successful treatment.

 

Modern diagnostic procedures in our practice

In our neurological practice, we place great emphasis on comprehensive and precise diagnostics. We use state-of-the-art technologies to identify the cause of your dizziness. This includes:

 

The video-assisted head impulse test (vHIT)

This state-of-the-art, non-invasive procedure allows us to precisely assess the function of the vestibular system in the inner ear. While you gaze at a fixed point, rapid, short head movements are performed. Special video goggles measure your eye movements. Any abnormalities indicate a disorder of the vestibular system. This procedure is particularly useful for diagnosing vestibulopathy (disease of the vestibular system).

 

Sonography

This painless ultrasound examination allows us to assess the blood vessels that supply the brain and vestibular system. Doppler sonography of the neck and cerebral arteries, in particular, helps us rule out or identify circulatory disorders as a possible cause of dizziness.

 

Common types of dizziness

Dizziness can manifest itself in different ways. Here are the most common types we treat in our practice:

 

Positional vertigo (BPPV)

Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo is the most common form. It is caused by small crystals (otoliths) that have become detached from the inner ear and trigger vertigo when certain head movements occur.

 

Vestibular migraine

A common cause of dizziness, often associated with headaches. However, dizziness can also occur without a migraine headache attack and is not always associated with visual auras.

 

Meniere's disease

A disease of the inner ear characterized by attacks of vertigo, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), and progressive hearing loss.

Phobic postural vertigo: This type of vertigo is psychogenic and is often triggered by anxiety or panic attacks. The vertigo usually occurs in specific situations, such as in crowds or on bridges.

 

Central dizziness

This rarer form originates in the central nervous system (brain or brainstem), not the inner ear. It can be a symptom of serious neurological disorders such as strokes, tumors, or multiple sclerosis. A thorough neurological examination is crucial here.

 

We are happy to assist you in our practice for a precise diagnosis and the resulting therapy tailored to your individual needs.