DEFINITION
* Headache / dizziness can result from disorders that affect any body part that affects the balance (such as the inner ear and the eye) or from certain drugs.
* A description of the problem by the patient and results on physical examination can guess the cause, which may require additional tests.
* Treatment depends on the cause and may include medication to relieve the symptoms that accompany it.
Dizziness / headache were approximately 5 to 6% of visits to the doctor. It can occur at any age but becomes more common as people age. It affects about 40% of people older than 40 years sometimes. At any age, dizziness can cause problems, particularly when doing calculations or hazardous tasks, such as driving or operating heavy machinery. People who experience persistent dizziness or associated with daily activities should visit the doctor.
* Headache / dizziness can result from disorders that affect any body part that affects the balance (such as the inner ear and the eye) or from certain drugs.
* A description of the problem by the patient and results on physical examination can guess the cause, which may require additional tests.
* Treatment depends on the cause and may include medication to relieve the symptoms that accompany it.
Dizziness / headache were approximately 5 to 6% of visits to the doctor. It can occur at any age but becomes more common as people age. It affects about 40% of people older than 40 years sometimes. At any age, dizziness can cause problems, particularly when doing calculations or hazardous tasks, such as driving or operating heavy machinery. People who experience persistent dizziness or associated with daily activities should visit the doctor.