Dizziness and Hearing Clinic

A benign (non-cancerous) tumor that grows on the vestibular nerve, which connects the inner ear to the brain. This type of tumor typically grows slowly and can cause symptoms such as hearing loss, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), dizziness and balance problems. In rare cases, it causes facial numbness or weakness.

A condition where both vestibular systems – which are responsible for sensing and controlling balance and spatial orientation – are damaged or impaired.

A common inner ear disorder that causes brief episodes of vertigo. Also known as “ear crystals” or “ear rocks.”

A type of dizziness that is believed to arise from a neck problem.

Tinnitus is when you experience ringing or other noises in one or both of your ears. Hearing loss and tinnitus are common conditions that can affect people of all ages.

A rare neurological condition characterized by a persistent sensation of motion, typically rocking or swaying, even when a person is standing still.

A chronic inner ear disorder combining hearing loss, tinnitus and episodes of vertigo.

A neurological disorder characterized by recurrent headaches, typically on one side of the head, that can be accompanied by other symptoms such as sensitivity to light and sound, nausea and vomiting. A vestibular migraine causes dizziness, sometimes even without any headache.

A condition that can cause constant feelings of lightheadedness, unsteadiness or motion sensitivity.

A type of dizziness that occurs after a head trauma.

Fainting or near-fainting caused by a drop in blood pressure and a reduction in blood flow to the brain.

A condition that affects the inner ear and can cause a variety of symptoms, including dizziness, vertigo and sensitivity to loud noises. Some people can even “hear their eyes move.”

A condition that affects motion and balance. It is thought to be due to damage of the vestibular nerve (the "balance-related nerve" between the ear and the brain.)