I'm asking this question because I am dizzy-woozy (experiencing symptoms of disequilibrium) each and every day, almost constantly. It sometimes lessens, but is almost always noticeable and it becomes fatiguing and tiresome when doing physical activities.
Hi Ron Have you checked into MAV? migraine associated vertigo? Don't be mislead by the name most who have MAV do not suffer from headaches. But it can be very similar to MM. you should look through his thread in our database and see if it applies to your situation http://menieres.org/talk/index.php?topic=32.0 ""A more common type of MAV and difficult to diagnose is when there are less distinct episodes of vertigo or there is no headache at all. Approximately 50% of vertigo attacks related to migraine occur in headache-free periods. Furthermore, migraine dizziness is often felt as chronic dysequilibrium (the feeling you have walking down the street after too many glasses of wine), lightheadedness, a swimming drunk feeling, floating, or a feeling of being disconnected from the world (also called derealisation""
This is exactly how I felt everyday before my laby. I am so sorry you are going through this. It just Sucks the life right out of you.
Ron, when I get in that state I find that sea bands really take the edge off (http://www.sea-band.com/) I am susceptible to MAV though it is under control. I do not have vertigo from Meniere's--just tinnitus, fullness, and hearing loss, but it seems to me that when those things get worse, sometimes I get that kind of dizziness. It may be connected to the MAV too--it can be so hard to sort all these overlapping symptoms and causes out. But keep learning and observing! I am amazed by what I've figured out and how much it has helped.
Same here--you can look as many of my posts and see I've been seeking answers to this question or I should say just comments from others who experience it, for a very long time. I have had the 'shunt insertion' and no vertigo but daily quality of life altering 'head pressure' dizziness and sometimes a feeling of nausea. It only eases when I lie down or recline in my chair awhile. I know folks suggest MAV causing this and maybe I have that--and nothing really helps but rest. I've made up my mind to 'hang in there' keep as busy doing things I like to do in spite of it--but it does take real effort and somedays, I just say, 'stop'! Have a pity party, then get back on my feet and keep on keeping on. Balance is off --I don't wobble but do 'concentrate' hard when walking so as not to walk like I'm drunk. And have to turn slowly and when bending over, I hold my head at shoulder level to help steady and not make my head worse. Hope yours eases in time. I'm a senior citizen and have been dealing with this for 6 years not. Otherwise am healthy--and thankful for that
I used to have what I called - (swimmy headedness) - almost every day, back when my disease was at its worst. It would get really bad when my Atlas bone needed adjustment - when my neck was "out". Walked like a drunk sometimes, and the brain fog and constant tiredness was awful . For me - I have found that seeing a board certified, Atlas Orthogonal Chiropractor has helped me immensely. That is still a very important part of my treatment regimen. I still have a lot of tiredness and tinnitus in both ears - but then, I am on some medication for Rheumatoid Arthritis that is probably causing that - so I can't really blame the Menieres for that now.
Ron, make sure that you are drinking plenty of water and are hydrated. The dieurtic can deplete your potassium and low potassium/magnesium levels can also cause the dizzy and light headed feeling.