Introduction

Related Symptoms

Vertigo is rarely experienced independent of other symptoms.  Depending on the cause of the vertigo the following symptoms may accompany a vertigo attack or be experienced in close proximity, either before or after the attack, or as a result of the vertigo attack itself:

  • dizziness
  • headaches
  • nausea and/or vomiting
  • cold sweats
  • ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
  • fatigue
  • hearing loss
  • twitching eyes
  • nystagmus
  • ear pressure
  • panic attacks
  • a feeling of being pulled to or leaning to one side
  • fear of falling
  • increased risk of falls
  • anxiety
  • depression
  • work difficulties
  • decreased engagement in social activities
  • decreased motion of the neck or body or avoidance of certain movements in order to avoid onset of an attack or limit symptoms