Dizziness

[naturelady]

I have been having the most intense spurts of dizziness off and on since Friday. Every time I get up from lying down, or move my head too fast I get very dizzy. I've even stumbled and nearly fallen a few times.

I have been having a bit of chest congestion. I wonder if maybe I have some congestion in my ears, messing with my balance. I hope it clears up soon!

 

[wanderingherb]

You could be correct. Also check if you are getting dehydrated and maybe need some electrolytes.

 

[naturelady]

Yes, it was definitely congestion causing the vertigo. I woke up this morning with an ear ache, a sore throat and nasal congestion. I'm sort of glad. At least this I know how to treat! Just vertigo...who knows what to do about that?

 

[SoftRain]

Oh I can sympathize; I really hate getting dizzy from congestion, and like you, don't really know how to treat it other than trying to get rid of the congestion. I hope you feel better soon!

 

[artistry]

If it happens again, I would try boiling some water and putting some Vicks Vapor Rub in the water, cover your head with a towel, and breathe the hot water. Do it a few times during the day and before you go to bed.

 

[twinsmommy]

When I get really congested, I put a vaporizer in the room with Vicks in it. I also rub the Vicks on my chest when I go to bed at night. I get a good nights sleep and the congestion is not so bad in the mornings. Make sure you stay plenty hydrated, especially when you are sick.

 

[hunysukle]

It's normal to get kind of dizzy when you stand up after sitting down for a long time. However, the dizziness may be caused by your inner ear. You mentioned you have congestion, and I believe that could be related to your inner ear. You may want to go to a medical professional if the dizziness doesn't clear up when the congestion does.

 

[Sugarhill]

When I get really congested, I put a vaporizer in the room with Vicks in it. I also rub the Vicks on my chest when I go to bed at night. I get a good nights sleep and the congestion is not so bad in the mornings. Make sure you stay plenty hydrated, especially when you are sick.

You can also put a hot washcloth on your chest after you rub the Vicks on. It's like a double dipper for both the chest and the nose.

 

[mecallatress]

That has happened to me on many occasions. I felt it was just mr jumping up too fast and from being dehydrated. I do not really know the cause of it, but pausing and waiting for a second usually helps me.

 

[Ja'cobeC]

Do you drink water everyday and throughout the day? It could just your body telling you it's dehydrated or something. I had this problem awhile back and the doctor told me I wasn't drinking enought water.

 

[dissn_it]

I would drink plenty of hot liquids and get lots of rest. I would also use the Vicks to help clear up congestion. You can also use pure eucalyptus oil just like Vicks, in a facial steam, warm wash cloth or even just a dab under the nostrils to help you sleep better.