Can Stress Cause Vertigo?

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Yes, in some cases, people living with chronic stress report vertigo or dizziness when in a stressful situation. This may lead someone to believe that their stress is causing them to lose their balance and coordination.

What Is Vertigo?

Vertigo is a condition that causes you to feel like you are moving or the world is spinning around you even when you are not moving. Some people may describe this sensation as dizziness, but vertigo and dizziness differ.1Vertigo is sometimes accompanied by other symptoms such as sweating, headaches, nausea, and vomiting.

This article explores the connection between stress and vertigo and what you should do if you exhibit signs of either or both conditions.

Read more here: https://www.verywellmind.com/can-stress-cause-vertigo-6834237