There is a link present between the inner ear and the brain, which keeps you balanced when you get out of bed or walk over rough ground. This is known as the vestibular system. When there is an injury or damage to this system, then it can result in vestibular disturbances. Common vestibular disturbances include labyrinthitis, vestibular neuritis, and Meniere's disease.
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I got an asymmetrical caloric test but a normal vHIT. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I had undergone a medical examination where I got an asymmetrical caloric test and rotational chair test but a normal vHIT months later. How is that possible? I was taking the tablet Aspirin, antihistamines, and caffeine at that time, and I had COVID-19 a few weeks ago. All other tests... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is likely that caloric, rotational chair, and vHIT (video head impulse test) test results may differ depending on the site. Patients with vestibular dysfunction symptoms often undergo a detailed diagnostic workup. Caloric testing can assess and quantify the function... Read Full »
Does elevated ESR cause any infections?
Query: Hi doctor, I used to do a CBC test each time when I go on a travel and this time also, I did the same. Can anyone please tell me if these reports are fine? Or if I am suffering from any disease as some values are out of range. I am taking tablet Telday 40 mg in the evening for the blood pressure. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and everything is fine except ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate) which is slightly elevated, but it is acceptable to have it. Did you have a recent fever, or any other symptoms of infectio... Read Full »
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