This may lead someone to believe that their stress is causing them to lose their balance and coordination.
What Is Vertigo?
What’s the Connection Between Stress and Vertigo?
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In some cases, people report feeling vertigosymptoms when stressed.
This caused researchers and scientists to explore if there was a link between both conditions.
When your vestibular system is disrupted, it can cause vertigo.
When stressed, particular hormones such ascortisol becomes elevated.
A rise in these stress hormones can potentially disrupt your vestibular system.
Can Stress Cause Dizziness?
Dizziness and vertigo are two terms often used interchangeably.
However, they are distinct sensations.
Your vertigo may also not necessarily be linked to stress.
Diagnosis of Stress and Vertigo
There are no specific diagnostic criteria for stress.
Dix-Hallpike Test
Doctors may use the Dix-Hallpike test to diagnose positional vertigo.
The test involves being put in a position that could trigger your vertigo.
When you begin exhibiting symptoms of vertigo, theyll examine your eyes for any indication of vertigo.
Its used to diagnose a common benign cause of vertigo.
Treatment of Stress and Vertigo
Going to see a doctor when experiencing stress-induced vertigo is crucial.
This is because other underlying conditions (aside from stress) could be responsible for your vertigo.
One study also revealed that CBT can effectively help manage dizziness symptoms.
Your vestibular system is responsible for managing your balance and coordination.
When its thrown off, symptoms such as vertigo and dizziness can sometimes occur.
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