- Male
- 26 Years
- 29/01/2025
I'm really struggling with IBS, and it's been about five years now. I had a colonoscopy three years ago, but it didn't show anything. I've tried Colospa and some other medications, but nothing seems to be helping. I have diarrhea and then normal stool, but it's happening like five to six times a day. Lately, I've been experiencing a burning sensation after using the bathroom, and it lasts for an hour or two. It's really concerning, and I'm not sure what to do. Any advice?
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Given your symptoms:_
- Episodic vertigo: Your vertigo episodes last 3-4 seconds, triggered by changes in movement.
- Morning exacerbation: Vertigo worsens in the morning, making it difficult to stand properly.
Consider the following:
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV): Your symptoms suggest BPPV, a common inner ear disorder.
- Inner ear problems: Despite a normal CT scan, inner ear issues like labyrinthitis or vestibular neuritis might be contributing to your vertigo.
- Vitamin deficiencies: Deficiencies in vitamins like B12 or vitamin D might exacerbate vertigo symptoms.
Current treatment:
- Vitcofol, Neurobian Forte, Stmetile, Verin 16: These medications are often used to treat vertigo, but their effectiveness varies.
Recommended next steps:
- Consult an ENT specialist or a neurologist: Seek a specialist's opinion to determine the underlying cause of your vertigo.
- Vestibular rehabilitation therapy (VRT): VRT can help improve balance and reduce vertigo symptoms.
- Consider canalith repositioning procedure (CRP): If diagnosed with BPPV, CRP can help alleviate symptoms.
Dr. Ibrahim Suggests...
Consult a Gastroenterology/gi Medicine Specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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