I have lightheadedness and a balance problem - my head feels like a hangover and when I walk I feel like I am walking lop sided but actually walking in a straight line. I have had all sorts of tests and nothing shows - right now I am on a high dosage of vitamin D2 and a light dose of B6 - I am at my wits end - keep going to drs to no avail. Any thoughts please! Thanks, Jane! I didn t realize there would be a charge, my funds are limited, so I ll pass
Dear Jane, The queries asked in this forum are answered free of cost. Please feel free to ask your questions. The symptoms as mentioned in your post can be attributed to pathology in the Vestibular Apparatus in inner ear (it is associated with maintenance of body posture & balance) most probably Labyrinthine or Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. Symptomatic relief can be obtained with intake of Vestibular sedatives like Betahistine or Linearizing preparations (to be taken only under the guidance of a Physician). If it still persists, then you need to consult your Physician/ ENT Specialist & get a complete clinical examination done. Investigations like estimation of blood pressure, blood sugar levels, serum electrolytes & vestibular function tests will be required to rule out any pathological cause for the symptoms. There is no need to worry, you will be fine. Till then, maintain adequate HY Chat Doctor. And also take precautions of getting up from bed slowly & avoid sudden head movements. Wishing you a Good Health. Take care.