Any one else ever suffered from Vertigo ?

yaysheena

I woke up suddenly one evening and the room was spinning I couldn't control my eyes to focus on anything, I was vomiting none stop (I haven't vomited once during my pregnancy thus far, I'm 19 weeks)
I went to the ER and doctor thinks its vertigo, its been a week now and I'm still not 100%. The vomiting has stopped and I'm able to focus on things right in front of me but that's it. The room still feels like its spinning around me
Has anyone else had this, and is there something I can do to make it better?

kristynmac

I had vertigo about 6 months ago and I was give Meclizine--worst medication ever, but to be fair I usually do terrible on any meds and this made me so tired I could barely function. I went into my chiropractor and she adjusted my ears--it felt like she was going to yank them off- but after a lot of pops and cracking I INSTANTLY felt better. 

tinkerbell11210

I have had vertigo twice. The first time was about 4-5 months after my daughter was born. I was told to rest and it could take up to 3-4 weeks to feel normal. The last time was over the summer last year. I was sent to physical therapy to help with my symptoms because they were so bad. I basically had to exercise my eyes. It still effects me from time to time. Especially if I am shopping at the grocery store ( something with aisles). I feel it coming and do my exercises I was taught and it helps.

 I am sorry you are going through this it is terrible and annoying because you can't control it. FYI. I still to this day cannot go on spinning rides. It effects me too much so I just avoid them. ( not that you are going on them now, but just for future reference). 

Mfuller76

I've had several episodes and it's awful! Mine was diagnosed as BPPV, which is an inner ear issue caused by little crystals getting dislodged, or something along those lines. 

I hated the meclizine too. My doctor recommended head tilting exercises - specifically he said he could send me to PT but there are a lot of really good videos on YouTube that demonstrate the technique just as well. I was on the tail end of it when I got that advice so I didn't try it but maybe it's worth a shot? 

Hang in there and try to take it easy while it clears up!

charmedlifex3

Hopefully it's fluid in you ears, that can cause it and is a quicker fix...take decongestants, that can help if it is related to fluid build up. You can also try garlic oil in your ears or an "onion ear muff" (google it) to help break up fluids and drain your ears.

 Also... and this will sound crazy, but was the response from a neurologist, do things which trigger the vertigo in a controlled environment. This is the principle on which the exercises work. My husband and I took ballroom dancing and that helped a lot. My neurologist suggested bouncing a tennis ball off a racket, and picking it up when it falls.

JournoGrl23

I'm sorry you're experiencing this! I have no advice to give, but it looks like some PPs have given you some great advice. I've had vertigo twice in my life and both times it really scared me. I mostly just have dizzy spells. I hope you find something that works for you!

darlingc

Physical therapy! Find a PT who is certified or specializes in vestibular. Depending on the cause,  there are different treatment options. 

Jenniferk08

I've had it for 10 years. I've learned to avoid the biggest triggers (quit smoking, no caffeine except small amounts of chocolate). 

I used meclizine (generic antivert) it was one of the best things to help me. 

I I still get attacks of vertigo if I'm tired, stressed or accidentally have something with caffeine. It's scary but can be manageable. I see a neurologist and have had MRI to rule out brak rumors. 

yaysheena

Thanks everyone for your suggestions and kind words, I am waiting to see a specialist I just hope this clears up soon, I haven't been able to leave my house in over a week now, its terrifying