Like most, no treatable cause has been found. If the vertigo persits, is incapaciting or increasing in severity an evaluation is necessary. This will start with a CT of the brain and possibly a hearing evaluation. There are laboratories dedicated to evaluation of vertigo. The basic question is to establish whether the vertigo is peripheral or central.
Peripheral means the ear and balance mechanism is causing the problem.
Central means a disorder in the brain itself is responsible. A good rule of thumb is whether the vertigo can be extinguished. Treatment of these is centered on minimizing symptoms since the cause is usually not clear. Back to Drug InfoNet Home Page. Back to Doctor FAQ main page.