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Doctor DictionaryAuthor: Josh Fletcher, Jake Blum
A continuation of your doctor's appointment, Doctor Dictionary is based on real questions asked by real patients during real appointments. Hosted by Dr. Josh Fletcher and Jake Blum, our goal is to help you understand exactly why your doctor asked what they asked and answer any burning questions you had or have thought of since your appointment. Welcome to Doctor Dictionary. Twitter: @TheDrDictionary Email: thedoctordictionary@gmail.com Language: en-us Genres: Health & Fitness, Medicine Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Benign Positional Paroxysmal Vertigo (BPPV)
Tuesday, 17 August, 2021
In this episode, we discuss: Are there different types of vertigo? 1:21What causes BPPV? 2:43Why do I get BPPV? 3:37What are the symptoms of BPPV? 3:51Does BPPV usually only happen once or does it recur? 4:51Is BPPV dangerous? 5:20What physical exam is done for BPPV? 5:59How do you treat BPPV? 7:01Do I feel completely better after these maneuvers? 8:12Does BPPV go away on its own? 8:44Do I need medications for BPPV? 9:00What resources do you recommend? 9:25Vestibular.org: https://vestibular.org/article/diagnosis-treatment/types-of-vestibular-disorders/benign-paroxysmal-positional-vertigo-bppv/Epley Maneuver: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xTnV3m4bWDgEmail: thedoctordictionary@gmail.comTwitter: @TheDrDictionaryPeer reviewed by Dr. Steve Kahane, Family Physician at Leslie Medical Family Health Organization in North York, Toronto, CanadaOriginal music by Nicholas and John BragagnoloDISCLAIMER: This podcast isnt meant to be a replacement for a traditional doctor’s appointment, nor is it meant to be providing medical advice. Rather, it is meant to supplement your doctor’s visit and explain why your doctor asked what they asked, and help explain the diagnosis and common treatment plans.Doctors often have very different styles and approaches to a patient and their diagnosis. If we discuss a question or treatment plan that your doctor didnt mention, that doesn’t mean that they are a bad doctor. This could represent a difference in practice style, or the fact that your doctor knows you better than we do, and has created a treatment plan that better fits your lifestyle. In case of emergency, please go to your local emergency department.
