Vertigo

[livingwith]

When I read others stories, I seem to be reading my own! Iam a New York Male. I’ve had Vertigo about 8 yrs now. I’ve seen 5 Neurologists and have hadall the usual tests including extensive MRI’s and inner-ear tests! The usual advice, go to a Balance Center and practice their methods. All to no avail! My latest brain-storm was maybe I’m not getting enough oxygen to my Brain. So, I bought a device called an “Inversion Table.” I adjust it so my feet are sl...Read the full article

[Angelika]

My vertigo stated years ago, I do not even remember exactly how long ago, but I do know it was over 5 years. I was diagnosed with Ménière disease.

I have found that some medications actually do help. I take two daily. Hydrochlorothiazide/Triamterene (HCTZ/Triamterene) which I have taken almost from the beginning and Klonopin (Clonazepam), which was added when the other didn't do the job properly.

I have also found that Allegra helps when things get really out of hand.....it helps elevate the pressure on the ear drum, and balance things a bit.

They say there are many things out there, but most are not approved in this country, so I will wait and see when they come up with. In the meantime I, like you, take things one day at a time. I have resorted to working from home, and only driving when I know I can get back or have another way to get home. Because missing several days of work a week due to not being able to drive was no longer an option, for myself and the company I worked for.