Many people mistakenly assume every bad headache is a migraine. While it is possible that the headache is a migraine, it’s not always the case. But how do you know if you have a migraine or another type of headache? Let’s have a quick look at migraines so you’ll know for sure the next time […]

Vertigo is commonly described as a false sensation that the world around you is spinning, tilting, or rocking. The symptom alone is not dangerous, but if it occurs during certain activities such as driving a car or climbing a ladder, the potential for harm is severe. The fear of having another vertigo episode can cause […]

Nearly half of the world’s population suffers from migraines or headaches, according to recent estimates. Dealing with life’s daily stresses is compounded for those with a headache disorder, and even more so if they would like an actual diagnosis so they can treat the problem. Another challenge for headache sufferers is finding a physician who […]

Meniere's disease involves a series of symptoms that impact your ability to hear and balance.  People who suffer from Meniere's disease have too much fluid built up within the inner ear that results in a combination of effects, including the following: Vertigo attacks Tinnitus (buzzing or ringing in the ear) Episodic hearing loss A sensation […]

Migraines are often known as a debilitating kind of headache. The most common symptoms are as follows: Light and sound sensitivity Throbbing or pounding head pain, usually one-sided Nausea and vomiting These symptoms can be so unbearable that the best option is simply to lie down in a dark room until the episode passes. One […]

Vertigo very often is related to problems in the inner ear.  There are multiple variables that can play into why someone is experiencing vertigo episodes. Here is a list of the most common ones: BPPV (benign paroxysmal positional vertigo) happens when small calcium crystals get trapped in the inner ear.  This leads to a disturbance […]