I first saw this symptom list at Dizzytimes.com. It is a list of
symptoms published by the Vestibular Disorders Association and it
describes my experience perfectly. I have modified the list somewhat
to better suit my situation. These symptoms can be overwhelming at times
and are always present. I am sure many of you will relate.
Vertigo and dizziness
▪ True spinning vertigo attacks, Constant visual vertigo or whirling sensation; an illusion of movement of self and the world
▪ Lightheaded, floating, or rocking sensation
▪ Sensation of being heavily weighted or pulled in one direction. Detached, spaced out feeling all of the time.
Balance Problems and spatial orientation issues
▪ Imbalance,
stumbling, difficulty walking straight or turning a corner. Floor feels
like it is lifting me up and down when standing or walking
▪ Clumsiness or difficulty with coordination
▪ Tendency to look downward to confirm the location of the
ground
▪ Tendency to touch or hold onto something when standing, Activity increases Imbalance
▪ Sensitivity to changes in walking surfaces or footwear
Vision
▪ Trouble focusing or tracking objects with the eyes; objects or words on a page seem to jump, bounce,
float, or blur or may appear doubled. Eyes feel stiff and slow
▪ Discomfort from busy visual environments such as traffic, crowds,
stores, and patterns. Walls and floors appear to arc and bend
▪ Sensitivity to light, glare, and moving or flickering lights
▪ Tendency to focus on nearby objects; increased discomfort when focusing at a distance
▪ Increased night blindness; difficulty walking in the dark
▪ Poor depth perception, Bouncing vision whilst walking, Fuzzy, static like vision
Hearing
▪ Fluctuating hearing
▪ Tinnitus (ringing ears, roaring)
▪ Sudden loud sounds increase symptoms of vertigo, dizziness, or imbalance
Cognitive and psychological
▪ Difficulty concentrating and paying attention
▪ Forgetfulness and short-term memory lapses
▪ Confusion, disorientation, difficulty comprehending directions or instructions
▪ Difficulty following speakers in conversations, meetings, etc., especially when there is background
noise or movement
▪ Mental and/or physical fatigue out of proportion to activity
▪ Loss of self-reliance, self-confidence, self-esteem
▪ Anxiety, panic
Other ( These luckily don't really effect me except for mild headaches)
▪ Nausea or vomiting
▪ "Hangover" or "seasick" feeling in the head
▪ Motion sickness
▪ Ear pain
▪ Sensation of fullness in the ears
▪ Headaches
▪ Sensitivity to pressure or temperature changes and wind currents
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