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Posted by Dinah on January 31, 2009, at 17:58:30
My brain has pretty much retrained itself after the virus that weakened one ear. When I get really really tired - like after a deadline, it still causes me trouble for a week or so. Other than that I'm ok except when I sit up from a lying position or roll from one side to another. It's a bit embarrassing at the doctor's office or the hair salon (sitting up from having my hair washed). But I know to grab on to something vertical for a second to help orient myself and it doesn't last long.
But lately I've had the problem very occasionally when I haven't moved at all and my head is upright. I do the same thing. Grab onto something vertical. And it lasts an even briefer period of time. But I'm finding it a bit puzzling.
Has anyone else experienced this?
Posted by Midnightblue on January 31, 2009, at 22:49:57
In reply to Vestibular problem question, posted by Dinah on January 31, 2009, at 17:58:30
Dinah,
If I worried every time I grabbed on to something to help my balance I would be worrying all day long! Take care friend. And we aren't even talking about resting my head against the wing chair so everything will quit moving. It does move doesn't it? LOL
MB
Posted by Dinah on January 31, 2009, at 23:10:39
In reply to Re: Vestibular problem question » Dinah, posted by Midnightblue on January 31, 2009, at 22:49:57
Just part of approaching the mid century mark?
:)
Approaching the mid century mark stinks. I was reading an article today that explains my memory issues and newfound attention difficulties are also related to age.
Bah. Humbug.
Posted by Phillipa on February 1, 2009, at 12:51:38
In reply to Re: Vestibular problem question » Midnightblue, posted by Dinah on January 31, 2009, at 23:10:39
Dinah I really don't believe it's age. you have seen a neurologist? Haven't you? If not I would. No at 62 don't get dizzy and have numerouse ear infections as a kid. Eyes okay as I got dizzyness form bifocals hence the lasix for distance only. Phillipa
Posted by Dinah on February 1, 2009, at 18:26:32
In reply to Re: Vestibular problem question » Dinah, posted by Phillipa on February 1, 2009, at 12:51:38
I had a lot of tests done when it first happened, and it was really bad. The tests definitely showed damage, probably from a virus I'd had right before, to my right? inner ear. They told me at the time that my brain would retrain itself within a few months, and it has for the most part.
But even at its worst it only bothered me when I shifted. Having it happen while I'm sitting still is a bit disconcerting, especially since in general I'm so much better.
I'm reasonably sure it's related to the prior problem. So I guess I'll wait till I see my ENT again for some other reason and mention it to him.
I did suddenly realize I've been hitting the caffeine pretty hard. He told me that caffeine made it worse, and told me to taking so much. So that is probably the reason it's taken this new little turn. I'm pretty sure I'd be worthless without caffeine though. I'd rather be a bit disoriented at times.
Posted by Phillipa on February 1, 2009, at 20:16:17
In reply to Re: Vestibular problem question » Phillipa, posted by Dinah on February 1, 2009, at 18:26:32
Dinah never heard that before but don't know nothing. Love Phillipa. Just keep on top of it.
Posted by Midnightblue on February 1, 2009, at 23:19:34
In reply to Re: Vestibular problem question » Phillipa, posted by Dinah on February 1, 2009, at 18:26:32
Dinah,
I have totally dumped caffeine. Not easy, but I had to do it. So now I search the internet for tea that is decaf. Not just the regular kind, but flavored.
MB
Posted by Phillipa on February 2, 2009, at 19:48:08
In reply to Re: Vestibular problem question » Dinah, posted by Midnightblue on February 1, 2009, at 23:19:34
Caffeine??? Even green tea? Phillipa
Posted by Midnightblue on February 2, 2009, at 23:59:59
In reply to Re: Vestibular problem question » Midnightblue, posted by Phillipa on February 2, 2009, at 19:48:08
Some green tea has a higher caffeine content than black tea.
Posted by Dinah on February 3, 2009, at 17:07:11
In reply to Re: Vestibular problem question » Dinah, posted by Midnightblue on February 1, 2009, at 23:19:34
Does caffeine cause pressure in the ear or something? I know when I drink a lot of it, my tinnitus acts up. Is that related?
Even with provigil, I don't think I could function without substantial amounts of caffeine. Maybe if they ever go generic, I'd be able to get my insurance company to approve what I actually need. But as it is, I'd be sleeping my life away.
Posted by Phillipa on February 3, 2009, at 19:37:06
In reply to Re: Vestibular problem question » Phillipa, posted by Midnightblue on February 2, 2009, at 23:59:59
MB seriously as drink a cup of black tea in morning and then two bottles of cold green tea during the day???? I thought I'd read somewhere its calming???? Thanks got an info hanging around? Love Phillipa
Posted by Phillipa on February 3, 2009, at 19:38:29
In reply to Re: Vestibular problem question » Midnightblue, posted by Dinah on February 3, 2009, at 17:07:11
Dinah will make an interesting google search. Love Phillipa
Posted by Dinah on February 24, 2009, at 10:09:42
In reply to Re: Vestibular problem question » Dinah, posted by Phillipa on February 3, 2009, at 19:38:29
I'd better lay off the caffeine for a few days and watch the Provigil. I've noticed they both make my ears ring, and feel pressure. Maybe they make it hurt as well.
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