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Your Katy Ear Nose and Throat Clinic Can Help With Dizziness

May 20th, 2015 | 1 min. read

By Houston ENT & Allergy

We've all experienced the sensation of standing up too fast and feeling dizzy, and it can sometimes take a moment for us to gain our balance. The sensation usually passes quickly, and you're able to stand and walk without trouble; but if this sensation lasts, or you experience it when you're already standing, there could be an issue with your inner ear. As your ear, nose, and throat clinic in Katy, Houston ENT & Allergy can properly diagnose and treat your inner ear problems, and help you regain your equilibrium.

The vestibular, or human balance, system is responsible for keeping a person from stumbling while walking or from falling when moving from one surface to another. The organs in the inner ear detect gravity, and compensate during movement so that you don't tumble to the ground when taking a step. The sensory receptors in the ear send signals the brain, so your body can interpret how you're moving and how to keep you balanced. An issue with any part of the vestibular system can make it very hard to stand or to walk normally.

If you've been experiencing dizziness upon standing, or you have trouble staying balanced while walking, please visit us in Katy right away. As your ear, nose, and throat doctor, we can help you understand what's going on with your body, and provide the necessary treatment to correct the problem. We want every patient that we see to leave feeling confident that they've received the very best care for their ENT condition.