Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is the sudden sensation that the room is spinning around you and it’s one of the most common causes of vertigo. About 20% of people who see a doctor for ...

The most prevalent peripheral vestibular end-organ illness, benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is characterized by a rapid, brief gyratory sensation accompanied by distinctive nystagmus.

Not all dizziness is created equal. When the room starts spinning, or you feel unsteady on your feet, the source of your dizziness makes all the difference in how quickly you should seek treatment and ...