Dizziness, or vertigo, is a surprisingly common problem that can throw our lives off balance as we get older. This sensation of moving or spinning is more common in women than men, and often seem to ...

The spinning sensation and dizziness you get from vertigo can limit your activities and make you feel sick. Depending on the cause, though, some simple maneuvers you can do at home might bring relief.

Jakob Roze, CSCS, is a health writer and high-end personal trainer. He is the founder and CEO of RozeFit, a high-end concierge personal training practice and online blog. Vertigo is an intense ...

Dear Dr. Gott: I am a 79-year-old male. I have had three heart-bypass surgeries. I am under the care of a cardiologist and a defibrillator specialist. My problem is vertigo/dizziness. This started in ...

Medically reviewed by Sukaina Hasnie, MD Key Takeaways Most vertigo episodes last from a few seconds to a few hours, but severe cases can persist for months.Peripheral vertigo is mainly caused by ...