Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
www.hopkinsmedicine.org
BPPV occurs when tiny calcium crystals called otoconia come loose from their normal location on the utricle, a sensory organ in the inner ear.
  • Mak'@pawb.socialEnglish
    22·
    3 months ago

    The first time I encountered this, it scared the shit out of me. Only by rationally eliminating possibilities was I able to calmly dig in, learn about the Epley Maneuver, and get some relief.

    It still pops up on occasion, but a couple of rounds of the Maneuver and I’m usually back to normal.

      • Flying Squid@lemmy.worldEnglish
        31·
        3 months ago

        I’m good until part B where I have position my head from my body at a 135-degree angle. I’ll have to go get a big protractor.