Do I need to see a doctor?
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It is usually best to have an explanation for dizziness. If you have a prolonged episode of dizziness, or recurring episodes of dizziness and are not sure what is causing them, then it is best to see a doctor. In particular, if you have other symptoms in addition to the dizziness such as:
- Headache, especially if it is severe, or a different kind of headache to ones you usually get.
- Hearing or visual loss.
- Problems with speech.
- Weakness of arms or legs.
- Difficulty walking.
- Collapse, or periods of unconsciousness.
- Numbness in areas of your body.
- Chest pain.
- An abnormally slow or fast pulse.
- An irregular pulse.
- Any other symptom that you cannot explain.
A doctor is likely to examine you. Sometimes the doctor can tell you the cause of the dizziness from your symptoms and the result of the examination. In some cases, various tests may be organised to find the cause of the dizziness.
What is the treatment for dizziness?
The treatment depends on the cause. Your doctor will advise.
© EMIS and PIP 2006 Updated: November 2006
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