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  5. My sister has been experiencing recurrent episodes of vertigo and vomiting. An ENT specialist previously diagnosed her with benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) and prescribed anti-vertigo medication along with vestibular exercises. Due to personal reasons, she could not follow up for about a year. Recently, her symptoms have recurred, and the doctor has now advised a CT scan. I am worried. What conditions could she be suffering from?

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My sister has been experiencing recurrent episodes of vertigo and vomiting. An ENT specialist previously diagnosed her with benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) and prescribed anti-vertigo medication along with vestibular exercises. Due to personal reasons, she could not follow up for about a year. Recently, her symptoms have recurred, and the doctor has now advised a CT scan. I am worried. What conditions could she be suffering from?

Asked by Female, 20 · 2 months ago

Dr S Aneela

Dr S Aneela

M. Pharm (Pharmacology)., PhD

2 months ago

The recurrence of vertigo in your sister?s case suggests that the previous diagnosis may need to be reviewed or checked for other possible underlying causes. While recurrent BPPV is common, the CT scan has been advised to rule out brain-related causes of vertigo, such as a stroke, tumor, or other structural brain abnormalities. Other inner ear conditions, including M?ni?re?s disease and vestibular migraine, should also be considered in the evaluation. In most cases, the cause remains peripheral and benign, but imaging helps ensure that no serious neurological condition is missed.
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  1. Overview of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)

    • BPPV is a common cause of vertigo due to inner ear issues, often treated with vestibular exercises and medications.

  2. Reasons for Recurrence of Symptoms

    • Symptoms may recur due to incomplete resolution or lack of follow-up. Adherence to vestibular rehabilitation is crucial.

  3. Need for CT Scan and Possible Alternative Diagnoses

    • A CT scan is advised to rule out other causes. Possible conditions include:a. Vestibular neuritis or labyrinthitisb. Meniere’s diseasec. Acoustic neuromad. Central nervous system issues like stroke or tumors

  4. Next Steps and Recommendations

    • Timely imaging and specialist evaluation are important. Consider consulting neurology or neuro-otology specialists. Continue vestibular therapy.

  5. When to Seek Immediate Medical Attention

    • Seek urgent care for severe headache, weakness, vision changes, or difficulty walking.

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