I have been experiencing vertigo (chakkar) daily for the past 10 days. I am also undergoing treatment for back pain. My recent blood tests show: Blood pressure: Normal Blood sugar: Normal ESR: 55 mm/hr (elevated) RA factor: 4.8 I do not understand why I am experiencing vertigo continuously. Could you please explain possible reasons for this and suggest useful treatments?

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Dr Shaik Kalam

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MD (Physician)
3+ Yrs

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High ESR suggests inflammation. RA factor is normal. Vertigo may be due to cervical spondylitis or inner ear issue. Consult neurologist or ENT.

Dr. Shaik Suggests...

Take a ESR Test (Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate) Test

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Answered 15/09/2025

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