Vertigo Treatments: If Vertigo Is Making You Feel Dizzy And Disoriented - Don't Despair, As Natural Remedies Can Put A Stop To Distressing Symptoms

pauline stiff Posted 12/08/2008

Your site has given me hope that one day I may get better. I am a prisoner in my own home with vertigo which I have had for over 3 years. The hospital and my gp have discharged me concerning my condition as they do not know why I have it, so I have been left to get on with it.

Grace Co Posted 07/11/2008

Thank you..i might try one of this..just like what pauline stiff said..i am also a prisoner in my own home. To think that i can no longer go out to the malls, do some groceries it's total life changing. I'm going to post your link on my blog to help others as well. thanks!

Patricia 11/16/08 Posted 15/11/2008

I have been suffering from vertigo for so long I can remember. I am a prisoner in my own home. I go to work but my husband drives with me. When I'm am at work I don't function well unless I'm sitting down. All I want to do is lie in bed when I'm home because I feel better there. I can't live like this. I need help. The doctors say that there is nothing they can do for me. I'm at wits end.

Lisa Posted 19/11/2008

I have been suffering with vertigo for just over two years, I feel so lonely, its as much as I can to leave the house, some days I feel so ill, the doctors couldn't give a stuff they look at me as if to say its all in my head, I struggle to do my job on fear my attack will drop me to the floor with sweats, nausea, then coldness and then I carn't do anything for at least a week, its totally disabling, I was once a very active person never keeping still, I just feel this will never leave me.

Roe Posted 26/11/2008

Couple years back I would get these spins not knowing what it was. This year it hit me like a ton of bricks! And it lasted a week and half. Today it's back and I'm so frustrated. Doctors not sure what it is and all this research I'm doing tells me either it will be prolonged and I wll suffer without knowing the cause or pray that it disappears. I am gonna try these remedies and see what happens.

bgomez Posted 20/01/2009

I have had vertigo for five years and every year it gets worse. I am so tired for doctors telling me they don't know why it is happening and taking medication that impairs me more than the vertigo itself. I still do things on my own like driving, but I know it is not safe. I have severe episodes too often. I'm going to try some natural treatments and see if that makes a difference. Thank you for the information and it is nice to know there are other people out there with the same frustrating problem. Good luck to all!

2/09 Dottie Posted 01/02/2009

I do have bouts of sudden loss of balance. I have been diagnosed with Meniers Desease. It is a horrible sudden thing that you just start spinning and can't walk without help because you are so dizzy. It is difficult to describe how horribly it feels. I can't drive because I do not know when one of these episodes will hit me. I have lost my independence. There is a surgery as the last result but you possibly will lose your hearing which I have already experienced some hearing loss because of the Meniers. The medical community seems to have little help. It is debilitating and its hard to go on some days. If there is someone out there to help us suffering this please write in.

Mazz R Posted 31/03/2009

Noticed your comments about Gingko Biloba. I stopped taking it about 18 months ago. This week I had the worst attack of vertigo I have ever had. I didn't realise that Gingko Biloba can help. I'll get some tomorrow and pray that it works.

Donna Posted 04/04/2009

I had vertigo 6 six years ago and did not get treatment at the time because I wasn't able to leave the house and was terrified it was something much worse, it cleared after about a week and a half and I got checked out afterwards and confirmed it was vertigo. It came back about a week ago but I'm currently 22 weeks pregnant. My GP has put me on prochlorperazine maleate but after looking into it I'm not happy about using it while pregnant,although I have noticed some improvement and have not got as bad as last time! Will definitely consider a herbal remedy as alternative for now.

Lorie in Denver Colorado  Posted 31/05/2009

Thank yo for sharing.I too have been suffering from vertigo for a while .Along with the ringing in my left ear. It stinks! I feel the post part of this chronic condition is I never know when I will have an episode.Its scarey! I will try some of these home treatments Hope we all can recover from this.

Allysha Posted 16/06/2009

Hi, my mum is suffering from vertigo, really badly. She was hit over the head last year by a very heavy object and we think that this may be the cause of it. She is due to fly soon (on the 27th june 09) and I was wondering if anybody knows anything to make sure that she doesn't pass out or be sick on the plane, please could you say. It's really important and urgent. She is terrified.

Amanda Posted 27/06/2009

Hi All - My heart goes out to everyone experiening dizziness/vertigo. I woke up nearly four weeks ago with severe vertigo and nausia. Tried various meds and no joy. Nausea settled, but left with head positional dizziness. I was diagnosed with Labyrinthitis. This can vary from person to person. I have done much research and there's a lot of varying disorders. I found a fab web site if anyone is interested labyrinthitis.org.uk with a good support group. I have started taking Black Elderberry Extract for immune boosting properties and today I'm starting Gingko (120mg initially not 240mg) - just beware of the side effects (these can be found on a good web encyclopeadia if you put name in search engine). I also have been isolated at home and climbing the walls. Miss my life and that's only 4 weeks...some have it years! Cruelty to humans I call it. Best wishes. Allysha - your mum needs a full med check as that sounds quite complex to me. Must be something they can do or at least diagnose? Good luck

Virginia Posted 17/07/2009

I been having vertigo for 5 days. Today my husband took me to the ER, to check my ears. They said I have benign paroxysmal positional vertigo. The Doctor did some exercises on a massage table. He said that I needed to pass the calcium stone that is inside my ear. He said once I passed it, it will be ok. I did call my own doctor to have her check my blood count, to see if there is an infection anywhere. It could be inside the inner ear. I hope this will help anyone.

Audrey Posted 22/07/2009

I too have suffered from vertigo for nine years. Each year the attacks get more severe and last longer. I have had hearing tests, MRI, physical therapy treatments, and blood test done. No one can say for sure what the cause is - My doctors are considering Meniere's and Benign Positional Vertigo. I am totally frustrated and no longer care about the cause - I just want relief - and like everyone else I want my life back. I would be interested in an on-line support group if anyone knows of one.

Tasha Posted 27/07/2009

I suffer from chronic ear infections and with it comes vertigo - severe vertigo. My advice to people with vertigo is to treat it like an ear infection, if your ears feel plugged, or you feel any pressure in your ears at all you may have a slight ear infection. Also chiropractic treatments do help a ton, as vertigo can be caused from a misalignment in the spine which causes a stiff neck, ergo vertigo. I hope this helps someone. :)

June Posted 15/08/2009

I have been told my problem is due to blood pressure. I have been suffering attacks for a number of years and it make me wary of being too far from home or going on holiday. My mum suffers also and it makes me concerned for my one year old daughter.

Gary Posted 17/08/2009

About a month ago I came down with sever vertigo - dizziness, nausea, vomiting. My doctor perscibed an over the counter medicine called Meclizine HCL, 25 mg. It took care of it immediately. It basically numbs some nerves leaving the inner ear and takes away almost all of the vertigo symptons. There is probably a crystal of calcium or protein in my ear canal, and while it works its way out, the meclizine takes care of my symtoms, which now occur once a week or so. As soon as I feel the vertigo coming on, I chew a tablet. It works in about 15 minutes.

Dawn Posted 26/08/2009

Hello all Im suffering with Vertigo and have done for about 2 years now. I have had brain surgery and it may be a result of this. However, I have notice that my attacks seem to be worse around the time of my period. I can go for about 8 weeks without an attack but boy when I get one they are shocking. I have a constant hissing in my left ear which can sometimes feel a bit blocked. Im on Prochlorperizine which does help a little. Im going to see my G.P with a list of all that you all take and see what he says. But Im definatley going to give the Ginko a go. So fingers crossed.

Dawn Posted 26/08/2009

Hello all Im suffering with Vertigo and have done for about 2 years now. I have had brain surgury and it may be a result of this. However, I have notice that my attacks seem to be worse around the time of my period. I can go for about 8 weeks without an attack but boy when I get one they are shocking. I have a constant hissing in my left ear which can sometimes feel a bit blocked. Im on Prochlorperizine which does help a little. Im going to see my G.P with a list of all that you all take and see what he says. But Im definatley going to give the Ginko a go. So fingers cross.

JESS Posted 28/08/2009

i been suffering from vertigo for 13 years and i can still get no answers from the doc. i can drive .all i want is my life back i have 2 take care of my 2 girls they need me rigth>

Janet Posted 07/09/2009

I also am a 2 year vertigo vetran. I have had all the tests and still nothing. Meclazine makes me sleepy and really doesn't help. Valium, (low dose) helps but not great. Like the rest of you, I would love to have my life back. I drive, but I know sometimes I shouldn't. I am going to try some of these home remedies. I will get back to everyone and tell you what happens.

Lana Posted 01/10/2009

My husband has just healed from sinusitis infection. Now he has this same dizziness. Pastor once had it and went to Ear, Nose and Throat doctor and got fixed. Not really a big deal they said. He had to be still for 48 hrs... and be taken to bathroom, and it was over. She's doing great now. Praying for all for healing.

Denise Martin Posted 27/10/2009

Hi there, I have had vertigo for about 8 months. I went to physical therapy for a few weeks, and the eye exercise they gave me to do did help a little bit. But here I am 8 months later dealing with it again. It really has affected my physical as well as mental being. I am tired a lot, and just don't feel very insecure. I don't know why, but this vertigo has me feeling this way. I have not followed up with the doc since it has returned. I guess I feel it's a waste of time and money. I feel for everyone here, because it is an awful thing. I am 42, and should be full of energy and able to enjoy life. Not the case so much. Exercise does help. I think that is the only time I feel good. Thank you all for the information. I will definitely check all of this out, to see which one works for me. It's funny that someone mentioned chiropractor, because my neck has definitely gotten stiffer because of vertigo. I feel like my shoulders are touching my ears sometimes. Good luck to everyone

alex Posted 10/11/2009

I suffered from vertigo a few years back; well thats what my doctor said it was, the medication did work but I think its starting to come back! I'm just wondering does anyone out there feel sweaty or cold when they have a bout of it

Bren Posted 17/11/2009

Alex a bout of sweaty or cold when you get it could be to do with your neck vertebra. You can get injections at the pain clinic to block it. It is worth asking for a referal. I have had sweats and palpitations and nause and vertigo at varying times and had the injections. Hope this helps.

Nancy 1-25-10 Posted 25/01/2010

Wow, I am not alone. I have had vertigo for 5 months now. I also started out with nausea, vomitting, spinning and holding onto the headboard. My gp wanted to put me in the hospital with pills to stop the vomitting. He prescriped Meclizine Hydrochoride 25 mg twice day as well by my neurologist. She had stronger pills to take, prescription if I so desired. My cause is the inner ear, calcium deposits floating, and fluid retention that will not drain. After a waiting period of X amount of time they wish to do surgery, but earring loss it a worry. Today, I have started trying Ginko Biloba, but research says not to take it if there is a history of seizures. I have had seizures for 2 1/2 years and on medication. So this is a strong concern. Research herbs before you take. I am also trying the new "Quietus", homepathic,for tinnitus and vertigo. It is exspensive! Please bolg more, so I can respond to you.

Lynn Posted 04/02/2010

I have only just been diagnosed with Vertigo a few days ago and have been prescribed Stemetil, which I don't think is really helping me at all. I'm able to walk outside, but as soon as I go into a shop or I'm at home, my symptoms seem much worse, maybe lighting? I am very cold, paticularly my hands and feet, but twice recently I have woken in the night and I have been soaked in sweat... I am too young for it to be menapause and I don't feel hot, just soaked. Did anyone else read the suggestion that an acid system could be a cause and that inceasing magnesium can be beneficial? The person suggested that inceasing yogurt (calcium) was the cause of the incease in acid in her system and also depleted magnesium levels. I can identify with that, as I have also got a Severe Candida Infection and had increased the amount of probiotic yogurts I am eating, I also take a calcium suppliment as well as using Soya milk and taking cows milk in my many, daily cups of tea. I also suffer from Firbomyalgia which I had thought was causing my problems, I'm trying to find natural ways to contol all of my challenges, but I'm getting very confused! I am going to reduce the amound of calcium that I eat and incease the magnesium I eat too, will let you know if it works for me.

caz Posted 21/02/2010

I am only 32 and I have had vertigo 5 yrs and tinnutus.. pls does any one know if you can take both Ginko bilboba and cinnezine together????

Ann Posted 27/02/2010

I have suffered from Virtigo for the last 6 years, always in the summer when it is high humidity, and hot. I also suffer from chronic anxiety which the doc seems to think brings virtigo on if I am particularly suffering with hign anxiety. Am at the moment about a week and a half in a virtigo attack, take stemetel, but am real interested in the ginko so off to the chemist for me. Even though I do not wish this affliction on anyone... it is good I am not alone.

cath Posted 25/03/2010

I have had vertigo on and off for five years but since january i have had it realy bad I feel useless i have four children and worry about caring for them im scared to go out alone incase i cant get home i wish people would understand the mental implications of this cruel illness

jackie senior Posted 11/04/2010

I have ms and suffer with vertigo, I am due to start doing Cawthorne cooksey excercises, they are brain excercises that retrain the brain and I am told they are really good, I live in hope that they work, as I am housebound with the vertigo, for most of the time.

Kristy Posted 22/04/2010

I have just been diagnosed with Vertigo last Tuesday. It seems to me that I may have had it longer than I thought. I have had the dizziness feeling off and on for about 6 months now. But that last two weeks have been the worse. I too have the ringing in my ears but I figured that was from my hearing loss...My doctor prescribed me Valium which has lessended the effects a little bit but I'm still sick at night. I have been stuck in my home for the last two weeks and I have two small children. It may also be worth mentioning that I am deaf and have nerve deafness (was born that way). I am scared that I'm not ever going to be normal. I am supposed to go back to the Dr in two weeks so we can see if it's still severe or not and then see what the cause of it may be. I have a job and I haven't been able to go to my job, I haven't been able to do anything really. The Gingko is something that I tried to take and it helps a little but my Dr. told me it's not proven to help with Vertigo. I don't know all I know is that I want to be normal again.

Karen Posted 29/04/2010

Thanks to everyone for sharing. It did my heart good to read that what I've been experiencing, is understood by others. I was diagnosed with vertigo in March, 2010, after having my first "attack." Looking back, I also, believe I had it long before this, only a much more tame version. Dr.s prescribed meclizine HCL,25mg once a day or as needed. This works to relieve the nausea, and a tad of the dizziness. Smoking pot also relieves the nausea, as well as anxiety. Someone recommended using a walker when the attack is a bad one. I don't think that would work very well. It's hard to explain what it's like to perceive the world while trying to constantly rebalance one's body, and restablize one's mind. I force myself to walk most everyday to get the exercize I need. It takes a lot of concentration to walk without meandering all over the sidewalk. Good luck to everyone.

Jackie Posted 04/05/2010

It's amazing to see how many people are going through the same thing as I am. I have had problems with my left ear for about 6 years, just ringing and fluctuation in hearing and then this Jan. I ended up with a sinus infection that turned into dizziness and I've been off work for 2 months now. My head feels weird 24/7, I have mild dizziness and constant unsteadiness and at times feel like I'm floating. I've had MRIs, ENGs, EEG, and tons of blood work, and everything comes back normal. It's so frustrating, I can't drive, go anywhere by myself, even the grocery store is overwhelming. I too am a prisoner. I just want my life back. I hope some of these remedies work! I'm willing to try anything. Prayers and thoughts to you all.

af Posted 11/05/2010

I'm certain vertigo like most illnesses is casued from anxiety. My chiropractor told me 30 patients (men and women) recently told him they got vertigo for first time and I attribute this to current world stress and earthquakes. He's been in business 30 yrs and it's first time he's heard so many reporting such a thing at once. Mine started 4 yrs ago and each 4 episodes were during a stressful time in my life.

tony Posted 29/05/2010

I have had dizziness, off and on, for 3 years now. I have been to my family doctor each time it recurs. He has referred me to a specialist. The large piece of advice I got out of that : reduce my salt and caffeine intake !! Which I did. I have also visited with a person trained in treating dizziness, ie, via epley and semont manouevers. The treatments did help, and the first time the symptoms completely went away for over a year. I force myself to remain mobile. Lots of times doing simple tasks at work tire me out , so that by the end of the day I am totally exhausted ! The point of all this ? I am tired of hearing the word 'benign' Yes I know it is called : bppv. Yes I know it is non life threatening. But, is there any one out there in the medical/research field who will take this seriously !! and, hopefully, work towards finding a relief/cure . Yes, it is not life threatening, BUT, it is LifeStyle threatening. What do you call it when a person cannot work because of it; or is afraid to even leave home for fear of falling down !! come on. someone.

libby kelly Posted 12/06/2010

Hi. I suffer with virtigo every 6 minths, mild though. my head sways and I feel sick. all I want to do is go to bed, but like many, I can't. I am 35 and I was told I am very young to have it.

Ria_T Posted 14/06/2010

I've had vertigo for more than five years. It settled after 6 months but I was left with permanent balance problems and walk with a stick most days. I have a number of other complaints including Diabetes Insipidus, Coeliac and Pernicious anaemia. I'm sure the undiagnosed lack of B12 didn't help as it left me with nerve damage. On top of the tinnitus and balance problems I've had many lesser attacks of the years but severely and continuously throughout the last twelve months. I'm fed up watching the elderly get around quicker then me. I take both Serc and Stugeron, but they help very little. Waiting to see yet another ENT specialist. This is not caused by stress or anxiety but an inner ear problem.

Shona Posted 14/06/2010

Jackie senior how are you with the Cooksey Cawthorne exercises I have ms and I have been doing them since 12th March and feeling better very slowly. Then last night did the Brandt Daroff exercise and had a terrible spin. Now feel scared to do them.

debbie Posted 09/07/2010

now i know i am not going mad ... like my doctors think i am , i have been suffering from constant dizziness ,presure in my head, disturbed vision, light headedness and feeling confused for 3 years now, i just woke up with it all one morning, i have had blood tests and c.t scans and my ears checked and the doc's can't find anything :( i now have got to the point were i dont feel like living anymore but i will carry on with this torture for the sake off my children, doctors have totaly given up on me were everything comes back as normal and the are basicaly saying now that it is all in my head... having found this site i feel so releaved that there are other people out there with the same as me as i was starting to believe the doc's...... wishing everyone all the best in this never ending quest to find out the true reason for this dizziness and one day a CURE XX

Paul Bailey Posted 22/08/2010

Great read. Will pass this to my little brother who I think may have this problem.

Andy Posted 22/08/2010

I suffer from vertigo... will try your tips. Thanks for a great website.

cgrl Posted 22/08/2010

Docs didn't define vertigo but after walking into walls, nauseous, dizzy, bending world realized needed to figure it out, quick. did tests>mri sed only thing showed was degradation in cervical spine. def inner ear issue as well as always feel like water in left ear, now both make crackling noises. LOVE ginko 4 blood flow so increasing to 120mg 2x a day. Also realize hydration issue so increasing fresh coconut water intake as preventative, see if that helps (def crave it & fresh watermelon/fruit when in the midst of a bout & it helps w/ symptoms). anyone try homeopathics?

Liz Posted 23/08/2010

Dizziness or light-headedness often not life threatening can lead to fatal injuries and accidents. Advances in natural vertigo treatments helps to alleviate your symptoms without depressing your nervous system or producing drowsiness. They are safe and do not cause dependence. The natural therapy kits (Biogetica) consist of time-tested resonance homeopathic, nutraceutical and biotechnology therapies. This integrated approach has shown wonderful results in most cases.