![]() Vertigo is frequently due to an inner ear problem.ĭizziness, vertigo, and motion sickness all relate to the sense of balance and equilibrium. “Vertigo” comes from the Latin verb “to turn.” People who experience this often say that they feel like they or their surroundings are turning or spinning. ![]() This feeling of imbalance or disequilibrium, without a sensation of turning or spinning, is sometimes due to an inner ear problem. Some people describe a balance problem by saying they feel dizzy, lightheaded, unsteady, or giddy. The central nervous system (the brain and spinal cord), which processes all the bits of information from the four other systems in order to coordinate it.The muscle and joint sensory receptors, which tell what parts of the body are moving.The skin pressure receptors such as in the seat and feet, which tell what parts of the body are down and touching the ground.The eyes, which monitor where the body is in space (i.e., upside down, right-side up, etc.) and also directions of motion.The inner ears (also called the labyrinth), which monitor the directions of motion, such as turning or forward-backward, side-to-side, and up-and-down motions.Your sense of balance is maintained by a complex interaction of the following parts of the nervous system: Children between the ages 2 and 12 years.Women more often than men (Pregnant women especially).Groups that have been found to be more likely to experience motion sickness include: In extreme instances people may develop Mal de Debarquement (MdDS) – literally, sickness of disembarkment – which can last weeks, months or even years (see VeDA’s article on MdDS).Įveryone has the potential to experience motion sickness, but some people, about 10% of the overall population, are more susceptible. However, some travelers are incapacitated by it, and a few even suffer symptoms for several days after the trip. Motion sickness and seasickness are usually just a minor annoyance and do not signify any serious medical illness. This is called seasickness even though it is the same disorder. Many people experience motion sickness when riding on a boat or ship. ![]() Motion sickness itself will not cause these symptoms, but can lead to a person feeling overwhelmed. Because hyperventilation and progressive nausea are so unsettling, many people will report a feeling of impending doom that can lead to serious complications such as difficulty breathing, blood pressure drops (especially orthostatic hypotension), and even passing out (syncope). The sensation is often temporary, but for many it continues for a prolonged period of time, resulting in extreme discomfort and anxiety.Įarly symptoms of motion sickness may include nausea, increased salivation, belching, feeling clammy (diapohoretic), hyperventilating, and a feeling of general unease. An example of this would be if a person was sitting in the back seat of a car looking out the side window while the car accelerates down a hill and turns a corner at the same time. ![]() Motion sickness is often caused by multi-axial motion and acceleration, especially if the eyes are seeing one thing while the body experiences another. Some people experience nausea and even vomiting when riding in an airplane, automobile, or amusement park ride. ![]() Motion sickness is the most common medical problem associated with travel. ![]()
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