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==Classification== | ==Classification== | ||
Dizziness may be classified based on the symptoms of the patient into 4 main subtypes including [[vertigo]], [[presyncope]], [[BPPV], and [[disequilibrium]]. | |||
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==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Fatimo Biobaku M.B.B.S [2]
Overview
Dizziness is a complex and subjective complaint that encompasses a wide spectrum of symptomatology.It is a sensation of postural unsteadiness or deceptive motion. It is one of the most communal presenting complaints that accounts for 5% of primary care practice for individuals aged 65 or older. Dizziness is a nonspecific term mainly used by many people and is classified into different categories: vertigo, spinning, disequilibrium, giddiness, presyncope, faintness, lightheadedness, or feeling woozy.[1] It is one of the most common presenting symptom among patients seen by emergency medical physicians, primary care physicians, neurologists, and otolaryngologists.[1]
Classification
Dizziness may be classified based on the symptoms of the patient into 4 main subtypes including vertigo, presyncope, [[BPPV], and disequilibrium.
Pathophysiology
Causes
Differentiating dizziness from other diseases
Epidemiology and Demographics
Risk factors
Natural history, complications and prognosis
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Chan Y (2009). "Differential diagnosis of dizziness". Curr Opin Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 17 (3): 200–3. doi:10.1097/MOO.0b013e32832b2594. PMID 19365263.