Primary Care Otolaryngology

Dizziness

Questions 1. Dizziness associated with an illusion of motion is termed _____________. 2. Sudden vertigo that develops without ear symptoms and lasts for 24–48 hours is most likely ________. 3. BPPV or______________________ is vertigo precipitated by posi- tional changes, lasting 10–60 seconds, and unassociated with serious illness.

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Answers 1. Vertigo

2. Vestibular neuronitis or labyrinthitis 3. Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo

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