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*Vertigo is defined as an abnormal sensation of motion. It occurs when motion is sensed imprecisely, it can also occur when there is no motion.<ref>Chapter 123Vertigo and Associated SymptomsClinical Methods: The History, Physical, and Laboratory Examinations. 3rd edition</ref> | *Vertigo is defined as an abnormal sensation of motion. It occurs when motion is sensed imprecisely, it can also occur when there is no motion.<ref>Chapter 123Vertigo and Associated SymptomsClinical Methods: The History, Physical, and Laboratory Examinations. 3rd edition</ref> | ||
*Spinning vertigo sensation originates from the inner ear. | *Spinning vertigo sensation originates from the inner ear. | ||
*Positional vertigo also feels like spinning | *Positional vertigo also feels like spinning that occurs with a change in head position. | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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Definition
- Vertigo is defined as an abnormal sensation of motion. It occurs when motion is sensed imprecisely, it can also occur when there is no motion.[1]
- Spinning vertigo sensation originates from the inner ear.
- Positional vertigo also feels like spinning that occurs with a change in head position.
References
- ↑ Chapter 123Vertigo and Associated SymptomsClinical Methods: The History, Physical, and Laboratory Examinations. 3rd edition