What is Vertigo?

Vertigo is a balance disorder. It can result in dizziness
as well as a feeling of nausea and sometimes even vomiting. Vertigo is classified as
either central or peripheral. Central vertigo can be due to multiple sclerosis.  It can
also be a result of migraine headaches. It can arise as a result of a problem in the
balance center of the brain. Examples of peripheral vertigo are--motion sickness, inner
ear infections which can trigger vertigo, problems with the vestibular system, or
Meniere's disease. Bacterial or viral infections in the inner ear can upset the fluids
inside triggering episodes of vertigo. Stress, anxiety or extensive travel on boats can
all result in episodes of dizziness and vertigo. It can also result from traumatic brain
injury.