What are the causes of vertigo?

Causes of Vertigo. Vertigo is often caused by an inner ear problem. Some of the most common causes include: BPPV. These initials stand for benign paroxysmal positional vertigo. BPPV occurs when tiny calcium particles (canaliths) clump up in canals of the inner ear. The inner ear sends signals to the brain about head and body movements relative to gravity. read more

The most common causes of vertigo are inner ear infections or diseases of the ear such as benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), vestibular neuritis, and Meniere's disease. BPPV can occur when calcium builds up in canals of the inner ear, causing brief dizziness that lasts from 20 seconds to one minute. read more

The spinning dizziness of vertigo can be caused by a problem in the inner ear, brain, or sensory nerve pathways. It is most common in people older than 65. Vertigo can resolve on its own, but some underlying causes require steroids, antiviral drugs, antibiotics, or surgery. read more