Call 911 or go to an emergency room if someone with dizziness also has:
A head injury Fever over 101°F, headache, or very stiff neck Convulsions or ongoing vomiting Chest pain, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, weakness, inability to move an arm or leg, or change in vision or speech Fainting and losing consciousness for more than a few minutes
Call your doctor if:
You have never had dizziness before. Symptoms you have had in the past are different (for example, last longer than usual, are worse than before, or are interfering with your daily activities). Medication is the suspected cause. Talk to your health care provider before making any changes to your medication. You have any hearing loss.
When to seek urgent medical care when I have Dizziness ?
Call 911 or go to an emergency room if someone with dizziness also has:
A head injury Fever over 101°F, headache, or very stiff neck {{ORGANIZATION}} or ongoing vomiting Chest pain, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, weakness, inability to move an arm or leg, or change in vision or speech Fainting and losing consciousness for more than a few minutes
Call your doctor if:
You have never had dizziness before. Symptoms you have had in the past are different (for example, last longer than usual, are worse than before, or are interfering with your daily activities). Medication is the suspected cause. Talk to your health care provider before making any changes to your medication. You have any hearing loss.