Stroke is a particularly concerning condition these days… If you experience this type of dizziness, be suspicious.

If dizziness persists, it may be a precursor to a more serious condition, so caution is advised. If it's not benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) or Meniere's disease, the possibility of a cerebrovascular disorder should also be considered.

 

Stroke is a fatal disease, ranking fourth in Korea's causes of death (Statistics Korea, 2023 Causes of Death Statistics). This is a disease where the golden time is crucial. Delayed treatment of conditions like cerebral infarction (caused by blocked cerebral blood vessels) and cerebral hemorrhage (caused by ruptured blood vessels) increases the risk of brain cell damage and leads to various aftereffects. Dizziness caused by stroke progresses acutely. Even if persistent dizziness is mild, early detection of cerebrovascular disease is crucial.

Dr. Lee Seong-rok, a neurologist at the Brain and Nerve Center of Juan Nanuri Hospital, said, “Dizziness is a common symptom in daily life, but it can be a signal indicating the risk of serious diseases such as stroke.” He added, “In particular, if the elderly or patients with chronic diseases feel dizzy for no particular reason, they should pay attention immediately.”

 

▲Dizziness accompanied by vomiting

▲Vision disorder where objects appear double

▲Symptoms of sudden loss of sensation or strength in the limbs

▲When symptoms such as slurred speech and difficulty in carrying on a conversation occur, it is highly likely that cerebrovascular disease is the cause.

 

Director Lee Seong-rok said, “Even if there are no accompanying symptoms, if there is a family history of obesity, high blood pressure, hyperlipidemia, or diabetes, it is necessary to check for stroke.”

Tests to diagnose the cause of dizziness include videonystagmography, cerebral blood flow testing, vestibular evoked potential testing, autonomic nervous system testing, and MRI (magnetic resonance imaging). Because accurately diagnosing the cause of dizziness is paramount, it's crucial to visit a medical institution equipped with well-equipped diagnostic equipment for testing.

 

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Is it because the weather suddenly got cold?

I also have some thoughts about that.

 

If you suddenly feel dizzy,

We need to keep cerebrovascular disease in mind.