Ginger To Treat Vertigo

I suffered from severe vertigo for several years. I surmised that it was in connection with medications I was taking since tests such as MRI's showed nothing. After doing research on the internet, I found a site that discussed something called Benign Positional Vertigo. There were a series of visual exercises recommended which definitely helped to minimize the vertigo. However, as I have weened myself off the meds the problem has gradually faded. If the vertigo resurfaces during times of anxiety, I just do a few exercises and it seems to put everything back in sync.

My son wants to be a pilot; however, he experiences motion sickness every time he lands or the plane suddenly changes altitude. His teacher reccomended ginger pills, since this is not a medication, and it would not be prohibited by FAA. On the first try he took 1,000 milligrams 1 hour before the flight and he did not get sick when practicing numerous landings. He is optimistic, but I still am not sure whether he should continue with his major in college. Would he always have to take ginger? Are you aware of other nonmedication remedies for motion sickness? Have you heard of any pilots who conquered motion sickness? Any long-term side effects of taking ginger?

You might consider making fresh finger tea. (Capsule form is usually very strong and needs to be followed by at least 1 glass of water--or more). It is easy to make. Slice or shred about 1 tablespoon of fresh ginger, place it in boiling water... about 2 cups. Steep as you would tea. (Adjust to taste after first making it.) It is great for stomach aches, and might be just what you will grow to enjoy.

Additionally, there is a ginger "candy" that can be purchased at most Asian stores... it is a bit "hot".

What a great site. My mother is 67 years old. She's had vertigo problems for the past 6 months. She has undergone all kinds of tests including an MRI and brain scan, which were all normal. Her blood pressure and blood sugar are also normal. The problem is she cannot hear with her right ear. She's had this problem for 35 years. The doctors feel that vertigo is due to her ear problem.

My question is -- is there a solution for a person whose ear is totally dead? And will ginger help to get rid of vertigo?

I am 33 years old and I have been suffering from severe Vertigo for the past 6 months. I went to the doctor and they told me that I have Migraine.

I did not beleive them because I had never suffered with a headache like this until now; they said that's got to be it and I still did not beleive them because my sister and my brother have had a Migraine since they were 6 years old. It comes from my father since he has had it from when he was a young child so I was trying to tell them is that I know what a Migraine is.

At the same time I was suffering from a muscle pain in my left shoulder and neck, and I suggested to my doctor that I go and see a Physical Therapist, she said fine if that is what you want to try. When I started a Physical therapy they were asking me if there was something else wrong with me besides the shoulder pain [I had no idea that Physical Therapy treated Dizziness or Vertigo]so I told them yes I feel very dizzy and nausea. They said that they can help me with that,I did the therapy 2 to 3 times and I got better, after a month it came back so I went back.

I am still in Physical Therapy to get rid off my Vertigo it helps me a bit and I also tried a Chiropractor it helped also. I was told to see an ENT Doctor and he did all test such as MRI and blood test. The diagnoses showed that I only have a sinus infection and that may be the cause of it, but I don't beleive that.

During all this time I started hating coffe and liking tea which I never had liked before, so I started craving for Ginger for some reason and lemon tea it does make me feel better I found a Ginger Lemon tea together at a place near by, I ran out of it and went back to the store they were out I am still waiting for the Ginger Lemon tea to arrive. I have tried the other tea's and they don't help as much. I hope this is some information that could help. ANYONE OUT THERE HAS ANY INFORMATION THAT COULD HELP ME I WOULD APPRICIATE IT.

THANK YOU

Re: ginger and lemon tea.....this is so simple to make...slice ginger(fresh, 1/4 inch of root) add a wedge of lemon, to a large mug of boiling water. The second cup is sometimes stronger. Very good.

It's important to remember that vertigo is a symptom, not a disease in itself. There are many things that can cause it. A virus, allergies or sinus infections that clog up the ear canals, brain tumors, MS, neck or head injuries and... yes, migraines.

They now know that you can have migraines without having the usual symptoms - without even having headaches. I know it sounds weird, but I've looked into it and it's true.

I've had vertigo all my life with the symptoms ebbing and flowing from severe to mild. But it's always been there. Mine is caused by a birth defect in my inner ear complicated by the lingering effects of a childhood case of chicken pox.

They know a lot about vertigo now.
Check out the website for VEDA, The Vestibular Association of America for reliable information.

And go to a REAL expert. Most doctors don't know the details, so they are likely to give you a diagnosis that fits something they already know about. And, again, there are many causes so it can be hard to get to the core of it.

I go to The House Ear Clinic in Los Angeles - they have a website too - and they are incredible. VEDA can link you up to other reliable places too.

The usual "seasickness" foods can help relieve some of the symptoms some of the time but not all of the symptoms all of the time. Knowing the real cause is the first step toward knowing what will help.

Good Luck to you all. It's not easy!

Go to a Balance Specialist!! I had severe vertigo and was off-balance, it started in late 2005 and was progressively worse. I Went to an ENT, he gave me hearing test. Said ears were fine. Hearing test caused a severe headache. Primary Physician ordered CAT, showed "low density mass in left cerebellar hemisphere". Had MRI, said the same. Local reputable Neurosurgeon said I had a brain tumor that needed to be removed, cancer etc. Asked when I wanted surgery done in our local hospital, that did not have an NICU. Had a friend that was a nurse.

Suggested 2nd opinion. I went to an Orlando Nuerosurgeon associated with Florida Hospital for 2nd opinion. He was shocked! He said I did not have a tumor, that's not what MRI/CT showed. Report was wrong to diagnose a mass. He thought I might have had a stroke affecting balance. Ordered MRA, then was going to do a biopsy of spot! Going through skull to bottom of brain. In hospital, he did another MRI, said to go home, didn't have tumor. Went to neuorologist in Orlando, said I might have had a stroke, hopefully brain wold recover.

Vertigo/Balance was getting worse. Went to another local neurologist, who wanted to biopsy it! Luckily my friend heard of the Florida Ear and Balance Center in Celebration, FL. Went to Dr. Atkins, a Neurotologist, who said I did not have a tumor or a stroke (I had no other stroke symptoms). He did a VAT and and ENG/VNG test (of my inner ear).

Said my inner ear was hyper-stimulated. Medicine would stop and eventually cure it! Gave me Phenergan (spelling?) vertigo stopped! Had to change medicine 2 more times, eventually using Klonopin. I still take 1/2 table 2 times a day, and no vertigo/balance problems. Sometimes I get a fleeting feeling of off-balance. Doctor says it could take years to be able to stop medicine. I hope this helps. It took me 9 doctors to get relief! Good Luck!

My mom has suffered from vertigo for 16 months. She is 81 yrs old. She is okay for about 75% of the day. If she turns her head fast or looks up fast she gets very dizzy and must either sit down or hold on to something. She no longer wants to go anywhere for fear of falling. She uses a cane when she goes for the mail. She has been to ear specialist and had MRIs, but still has had no permanent relief.

Medication knocks her out completely. The ENT gave her some exercises to do, but they only work if she is laying down. WE have not tried the ginger, but will try it. When this first came on OCT. 23 '07. I thought it was a stroke because she was flopping all over the place and drooling, but the doctors said it was vertigo. Her blood pressure was all over the place too. WE have seen several doctors since, but they all say it is vertigo.

I have had some vertigo and balance problems off and on since I was a toddler, but a few years ago I had a sudden violent problem with vertigo that kept me out of work for a week and impaired my ability to do anything for several months. I got a bite guard from my dentist for other problems. I put it in and by the time I was back at work, the vertigo was gone. My dentist said he had seen that happen several times, though doctors never said anything about jaw or neck problems causing the vertigo. Now when I feel any vertigo (usually under stress), I just move my jaw a bit down and forward; just that little movement will stop my vertigo when it starts.