Peripheral vertigo, the most common type, is often caused by a problem with the balance mechanisms of the inner ear.

• Vertigo is a symptom of several different conditions.
• The Causes include:
• Side effects of some medication
• Vestibular neuronitis (inflammation of vestibular nerve cells; may be caused by viral infection)
• Head injuries
• Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo
• Labyrinthitis is inflammation within the inner ear
• Excess alcohol
• BPPV (benign paroxysmal positional vertigo) may occur for no apparent reason, or it may develop after:
• An ear infection
• Ear surgery
• Head injury
• Prolonged bed rest
• The risk factors include:
• Age above 50 years old
• Gender- more common in women
• Head injury

Treatment for vertigo depends on the cause and severity of symptoms. During a vertigo attack, lying still in a quiet, darkened room may help to ease any symptoms of nausea and reduce the sensation of spinning. Some may be advised to take medication.

Medication

Corticosteroids: Maybe given for acute vestibular neuritis with gradual tapering of the dose.

Methylprednisolone

Antibiotics: Are given in case of bacterial infection of the middle ear.

Amoxicillin

Vestibular suppressants: Drugs that reduce the intensity of vertigo and nystagmus evoked by a vestibular imbalance.

Meclizine